Ice Plant Delosperma Cooperi Bright Red Flower Seeds for Planting

Delosperma Cooperi, commonly known as Bright Red Ice Plant, is a succulent perennial valued for its vivid red blooms and ground-covering habit. Perfect for sunny garden spaces, rock gardens, and containers, this variety adds vibrant color and texture to outdoor areas. Its drought-tolerant growth makes it ideal for low-maintenance, ornamental, and pollinator-friendly gardens.

Features

Produces bright red ground-covering blooms
Ideal for sunny garden spaces, rock gardens, and containers
Drought-tolerant and easy to grow
Long-lasting flowering season
Attracts pollinators including bees and butterflies

Specifications

Scientific Name: Delosperma cooperi
Common Name (US): Bright Red Ice Plant
Plant Type: Perennial succulent
Flower Color: Bright Red
USDA Hardiness Zones: 59
Plant Height: 46 inches
Blooming Season: Late spring to fall

Planting Guide

Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or rocky soil
Watering: Low; drought-tolerant once established
Germination Time: 1421 days
Spacing: 612 inches apart
Sowing Method: Sow directly outdoors after last frost or start indoors 46 weeks before frost
Ideal Temperature: 6580F (1827C)
Maintenance Tips: Remove spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering; thin seedlings to prevent overcrowding; perfect for sunny ground cover and low-water gardens