Ice Plant (Delosperma Blut)

Blut Ice Plant

One of the very best cold hardy Ice Plants. With its vigorous growth habit, durable evergreen foliage and summer-long display of deep magenta-red flowers, it is an invaluable groundcover. Drought tolerant plant. Requires excellent winter drainage. Can take foot traffic 1-2 times a week.

Plant Characteristics

• Plant Type: Perennial, Groundcover
• Hardiness Zone: 5
• Light Requirements: Full Sun - Partial Sun
• Height: 2 inches
• Width: 15 inches
• Foliage Color: Green
• Bloom Color: Purple
• Bloom Time: Spring
• Attributes: Attracts pollinators, deer resistant, drought tolerant once established, winter interest
• Tips from the pros: Requires excellent winter drainage as wetness in the winter can cause die-back.

We offer a warranty on perennials, roses, vines and grasses through October 31st of the year purchased. Any of these plants purchased after October 31st will not be eligible for coverage under our warranty. Any plants grown in a container voids the warranty. Please see full details on our warranty page.

*Please be aware that planting perennials out of season can increase the risk of the plant not surviving or thriving and may not look identical to the picture shown. Perennials are dormant during the winter months and are more susceptible to stress and damage when planted out of season.*