Perennials

Delosperma cooperi

Hardy ice plant

Hardy ice plant flowers. species photograph; Surrounding plants are not included.

Bright purple-pink daisies cover a low carpet of fleshy green leaves. A sun-loving succulent for gravelly beds and rock gardens. Choose sandy or rocky soil; avoid heavy, wet beds.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun
Mature size: 3–6 in. tall × 12–24 in. wide
Water: Low; very freely draining soil
Hardiness: USDA zones 6–10; winter drainage is critical
Bloom: Purple-pink; summer–fall.

Sizes & prices

#1$19.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Deer: Occasionally damaged; not browse-proof.
Drought: Very tolerant once established.
Wet soil: Intolerant of poor drainage, especially in winter.
Heat: Heat tolerant.
Salt: Moderate tolerance.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Seasonal interest

Foliage: Evergreen in mild climates; colder-weather appearance varies.

Growing & care

Winter: Cold tolerance does not guarantee survival in wet winter soil.
Maintenance: Tidy dead or damaged foliage selectively; retain healthy green growth rather than cutting the whole plant down.

Sources & photo credits

NC State Extension

Royal Horticultural Society

Photo: Consultaplantas · CC BY-SA 4.0

Image notes: Hardy ice plant flowers. species photograph; uncropped. Surrounding plants are not included.

Reviewed September 19, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.