Lampranthus spectabilis |
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Trailing Ice Plant |
Succulent ground cover, mounding spreading habit. 6-12" by 2'. Moderately fast grower, Gray green leaves. Spring covered with flowers in shades from white to purple. Native in South Africa. Full sun. Drought tolerant. Needs good drainage. May need to be periodically cut back to rejuvenate.
Plant Type
Succulent
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Blue, Pink, Purple, Red
Flower Season
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall, Intermittent
Leaf Color
Grey Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Seascape
Accenting Features
n/a
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Indoor, Parking Strip, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Cascade, Erosion Control, Filler, Mass Planting, Hanging Baskets
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Be sure to fix all leaks promptly no matter how small they may seem.