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delosperma luckhoffii

Hardy ice plant.

Care level

Easy

This hardy ground cover creates a dense mat of chubby, finger-like leaves that blush purple in cold weather or strong sun. During blooming season, it puts on a dazzling show with masses of small daisy-like flowers in shades of bright pink that open in the sunshine and close at night.

Care & maintenance

Light

Direct sunlight

Light that enters through west or south-facing windows, the most intense light for your interior that will expose plants directly to sunlight.

Temperature

Wide range (-5°C - 35°C)

Fertilization frequency

Low

Once per season.

Humidity & watering

Low

Allow the soil to dry between waterings.

An ambiant humidity between 20 and 50% is recommended.

Soil

Choose a Succulent and cactus mix: A well-draining blend with coarse texture. Promotes root health by preventing water-logging and mimicking arid natural habitats.

If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:

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Pot

Standard size

Standard size

Prefer a pot with a classic width/depth ratio.

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Features

Size & growth

Small

Trailing

Moderate growth

This plant grows at a moderate rate. It can reach up to 30 cm in height or spread.

It spreads horizontally, often along the ground.

Toxicity

Toxicity table by species
Cat
Dog
Human

Reproduction & propagation

Fruits & flowers

Flowering & self-pollinating

The delosperma luckhoffii can produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is capable of self-pollination, it does not need another individual to fertilize itself and therefore produce fruits.

Propagation methods

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