TABLE MOUNTAIN® ice plant
Delosperma 'John Proffitt'
A fast spreading groundcover from South Africa that blooms for most of the growing season. The lustrous, fuchsia-colored flowers are an improvement on Delosperma cooperi. During the winter the leaves remain turgid and green, often tinged with purple. Perennial.
Tips from the pros: Wetness in the winter can cause die-back. Thrives in a variety of sites, but grows best in full sun with moderate moisture in dry summers (as in summer monsoons). Does not like bark mulch - consider gravel.
| Plant Type | Groundcover |
| Height | 1-2 inches |
| Width | 16-20 inches |
| Flowering Season | Early summer to fall |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Sun | Sun, Part Sun |
| Water Needs | Moderate to dry |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | Zones 4-9 |
| Soil Type | Well-drained loam or sandy |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
| Good for Pollination | Yes |
| Winter Interest | Yes |
| North American Native | No |
| Year Introduced | 2002 |
| Annual Commercial Maintenance | No Maintenance, let spread. |
| 5-10 Year Commercial Maintenance | No Maintenance, replace any holes in ground cover with new plants if desired. |
| Elevation Guide | Up to 6200 ft |
