Ruschia spinescens

Ice Plant

Family: Aizoaceae Carpetweed


Type Perennial, succulent
USDA Hardiness range 10A - 11
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Purple
Bloom time Early Spring, Late Winter
Water needs Dry
Landscape uses Container, ground cover, massing
Height 6" to 12" / 15cm to 30cm
Spread n/a
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen
Leaf color Blue, green
Fruit color n/a
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Spreading or horizontal
Attributes and features Naturalizing