Add vibrant, low-maintenance beauty to your garden with Mixed Ice Plant Flowers, a colorful mix of succulent-flowered varieties that bloom throughout the growing season. Known for their striking, daisy-like flowers and drought-tolerant nature, Ice Plants are perfect for rock gardens, borders, and containers. Their bright, cheerful blooms make them a favorite for gardeners seeking easy-to-grow, eye-catching plants.
Features & Benefits
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Botanical Name: Delosperma spp. (Ice Plant)
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Flower Colors: Mixed shades of pink, purple, red, and yellow
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Plant Type: Perennial succulent (grown as an annual in cooler climates)
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Growth Habit: Low-growing, spreading mat-forming plant
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Garden Use: Ideal for rock gardens, borders, containers, and ground cover
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Blooming Season: Late spring to summer (seasonal bloomer)
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Drought Tolerant: Requires minimal watering once established
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Seed Quality: Premium, open-pollinated
Specifications
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Height: 2 – 6 inches (5 – 15 cm)
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Spread: 12 – 18 inches (30 – 45 cm)
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Sunlight Requirement: Full sun
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Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or rocky soil
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Watering Needs: Low; drought tolerant
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Package Includes: High-quality mixed Ice Plant flower seeds
Planting & Sowing Instructions
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When to Sow: Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after frost.
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Soil Preparation: Use well-draining soil or sandy mix to prevent waterlogging.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds on the soil surface and lightly press in; do not cover deeply.
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Spacing: Thin seedlings to 6–12 inches apart once established.
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Germination Time: 10–20 days under warm, sunny conditions.
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Watering: Keep soil lightly moist during germination; reduce watering once plants are established.
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Care Tips: Minimal maintenance required. Remove spent flowers to maintain appearance and encourage more blooms.
