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Drosanthemum hispidum

Purple Ice Plant

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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Purple Iceplant is a sub-shrub with succulent looking leaves, It reaches 2' tall and will spread 3' . Foliage is gray green and covered with tiny protrusions that will glitter in the sun. Flowers are dark purple and striking, with 1" diameter heads, blooming in spring and summer. However, it is not a good erosion control plant because it is not a good root "holder". This plant does best in full sun with well draining soil. It is tolerant of ocean spray as well as desert heat as long as it gets additional summer water. Reduce water in winter.

 

Plant Type

Ground cover, Succulent

Height Range

1-3'

Width Range

n/a

Flower Color

Purple

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Poor

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Seascape

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Indoor, Parking Strip, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Cascade, Container, Erosion Control, Filler, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant, Hanging Baskets

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching around plants helps retain water and improves the soil.