Ice Plant

About this plant

Delosperma cooperi, commonly known as Ice Plant, is a spectacular perennial succulent that ushers in a riot of color from late spring through fall. Its brilliant fuchsia, purple, or orange flowers, often with a metallic sheen, blanket the mat-forming foliage, creating a breathtaking display. This resilient plant is cherished for its ability to thrive in challenging conditions, making it a garden hero. Ideal for rock gardens, xeriscaping, or as a striking groundcover, Ice Plant quickly establishes itself, suppressing weeds and adding continuous visual interest. Its unique, fleshy foliage often takes on attractive hues in cooler temperatures, adding another layer of seasonal charm. Beyond its stunning aesthetic, Delosperma cooperi is incredibly low maintenance, offering maximum impact with minimal effort. It's an excellent choice for adding instant, vibrant appeal to sunny, well-draining areas.

Installation timing

When we're in season, outside of the winter months, our goal is to get your plants installed within about two weeks. That window gives us enough time to secure your plants from our supplier and find a spot on the schedule. Throughout the process we stay in touch through notifications and your existing client portal on the main A Cut Above website, which is separate from this landscaping plants shop.

Care & maintenance

Extremely low maintenance. Requires minimal fertilization. Deadheading is not necessary but can be done to encourage more blooms. Division every few years can rejuvenate older plants. Protect from excessive winter moisture in colder climates.

Watering suggestions

Proper watering is the single most important factor in your plant's survival after installation. Newly installed plants have a limited root system and rely on you for consistent moisture while they establish.

• First 2 weeks: Water deeply every day (or every other day in cooler, wet weather), soaking the root ball and surrounding soil.
• Weeks 3–12: Water deeply 2–3 times per week, adjusting for rain, heat, and soil drainage.
• After establishment: Water deeply about once a week during the growing season, and more often in extreme heat or drought.
• How to check: Stick a finger 2–3 inches into the soil near the roots — if it's dry, it's time to water. Deep, less-frequent watering encourages strong roots; shallow daily sprinkles do not.
• Avoid: Overwatering (soggy, waterlogged soil) is just as harmful as underwatering and can drown roots.

Watering needs vary by plant, season, soil, and exposure. Because proper watering is the customer's responsibility after installation, please make sure you understand and can follow these suggestions before ordering.

Good to know: plants and trees purchased from and installed by A Cut Above include a one-year limited warranty from the date of installation. Because plant survival depends heavily on proper watering and care after installation, losses caused by improper care, neglect, animal or chemical damage, or extreme weather are not covered, and we must be given the chance to inspect a struggling plant before it's removed or replaced. Coverage is one replacement per plant. Read our warranty info.