MESA VERDE® ice plant
Delosperma 'Kelaidis' PP 13,876
This iridescent, salmon-pink-flowered sport appeared among plants of a dwarf, alpine form of Delosperma cooperi at Denver Botanic Gardens in 1997. An obvious hybrid, it is vigorous, compact and floriferous. 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 | 10-14 inches |
| Flowering Season | Early summer |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Sun | Sun, Part Sun |
| Water Needs | Moderate to dry |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | Zones 4-8 |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sandy, Gravelly |
| 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 |
