Delosperma

(Aizoaceae - carpetweed family)

About 140 species of dwarf, succulent shrubs or biennial or perennial herbs, from S. Africa. They require well-drained soil and tolerate dry soil. The following species have trailing stems and spread to form low mats. They are attractive and easily grown. They are likely to tolerate severe winter conditions best if they are growing in a dry location.

cooperi

evgrn peren • ht 6" • zones 5 or 6-10

(hardy ice plant)

succulent, rock garden, dry - moist, sun
Orange Free State

Moderately fast-growing, very exotic in appearance. Aster-like purple flowers 1 - 1½" across appear through the summer, or nearly year-round under favorable conditions. Best to keep a portion of the plant indoors for winter in colder areas until you establish that it is hardy under your conditions.

cat # 2O3P
$7.95 each

nubigenum

evgrn peren • ht 4" • zones 5-10

(hardy ice plant)

succulent, rock garden, dry - moist, sun
Asia

A bit less exotic looking than the preceeding species, but may be more cold hardy. Bears star-like yellow flowers in summer.

cat # 2O3T
$8.95 each