Delosperma Mesa Verde

Hardy Ice Plant, Ice Plant

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A tough perennial for that hot, dry, sunny spot in your garden.

A seedling mutation from the Denver Botanic Garden. This succulent green mat-forming plant will be dotted with shimmering salmon pink flowers in a range of intensity all summer. Mesa Verde is a tough performer for a hot, dry, sunny spot. Perfect for a rock garden where the succulent foliage brings lushness to dry areas.

Plant Select® varieties are durable, resilient and vibrant. The reliable growing performance and beauty of this Delosperma has earned it a spot in the Blooms of Bressingham selections too.

Code DEMV

Patent PP13,876

Plant Type Perennials

Species

Height Short 4-6"

Spacing Plant 1-2' apart

Bloom Time Late Spring to Early Fall

Sun / Shade Full Sun

Zones 5-9

Soil Type Normal, Sandy

Sold In Plantable Pots (3.5x3.5x4")

Special Product

Plant Select

These resilient varieties are designed to thrive in high plains and intermountain regions, flourishing in areas with less water. They're also disease and insect resistant while adding long-lasting beauty to your garden.

Special Features

  • Attracts Butterflies
  • Deer Resistant
  • Long-Blooming
  • Hot Dry Site Tolerant
  • OK in Containers

Delosperma General Information

Delosperma are evergreen in warmer climates. Rebloom occurs most of the season. Thrives in dry, full sun areas with poor soil and provides color during the difficult summer months. Idaho has restricted all potted plant material from being shipped into Idaho at this time.

Delosperma Plant Care

Once established, no special care is needed. Prefers a sheltered site and dry conditions in winter. Good drainage a must. Good plant for sandy soil. Likes a gravely area and may also be used as a green roof plant.

Plantable Pots

Our plants are grown in 3.5x3.5x4” plantable pots. Made from 100% biodegradable coconut husk fibers (coir), these pots have tremendous advantages over plastic pots. With better air exchange, this "breathable" pot fosters robust root growth and reduces transplant shock since you can plant the pots directly in the ground. The pot naturally becomes part of the soil on its own over time—no composting required—and since they're made from a renewable resource that requires very little energy, they're earth-friendly too!

100% Guarantee

We offer a 100% guarantee for all our perennials to reach you in good condition and to grow. If you're not satisfied, we'll reship or refund immediately. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions or concerns—we share your passion for gardening and want your new plants to thrive in your border!

Shipping Details

We use custom, earth-friendly packaging to make sure your order arrives in great condition, and we ship based on the best planting time for your growing zone (see the approximate dates below), unless otherwise indicated at checkout. If you wish, you can indicate a specific ship date during checkout.

Spring

  • Zone 3, 4: Early to Mid May
  • Zone 5: Late April to Early May
  • Zone 6: Mid to Late April
  • Zone 7: Early to Mid April
  • Zone 8: Late March to Early April
  • Zone 9, 10: Late March

Fall

  • Zone 2, 3, 4: Early September
  • Zone 5: Early to Mid September
  • Zone 6: Mid September
  • Zone 7: Mid to Late September
  • Zone 8, 9, 10: Late September to Early October

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