Ruschia dichroa

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 Border, container, ground cover, specimen
Height 8" to 12" / 20cm to 30cm
Spread 10" to 20" / 25cm to 50cm
Growth rate Moderate
Leaf color Blue, green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Spreading or horizontal
Attributes and features Attractive foilage