Drosanthemum speciosum

Dewflower, Ice Plant

Family: Aizoaceae Carpetweed


Type Perennial, succulent
USDA Hardiness range 9A - 11
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Red
Bloom time Mid Spring to Mid Summer
Water needs Dry
Landscape uses Container, erosion control, massing, rock garden, specimen
Height 18" to 24" / 45cm to 60cm
Spread 24" to 36" / 60cm to 90cm
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen, needles or needle-like
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Sandy
Form Spreading or horizontal