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Jewel Of The Desert Moonstone Ice Plant
Delosperma 'Jewel of the Desert Moonstone'
Ice Plant
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A hardy, evergreen ice plant known for its long bloom time, exceptional drought tolerance, and brilliant white, daisy-like flowers. It is a popular, low-maintenance succulent groundcover. The blooms remain open most of the day, unlike some Delosperma varieties that close quickly in the afternoon as well as being an "everbloomer," producing flowers continuously from late spring until the first frost in the fall, rather than just in a single flush.Forms a dense, prostrate mat of fleshy, succulent, dark green, "jellybean-like" leaves that are evergreen in most hardiness zones.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Attracts pollinators.
- Adds winter interest.
- Low maintenance.
- Tolerates rock mulch.
- Fits small spaces.
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
- Deer resistant.
Quick answers
How big does Jewel Of The Desert Moonstone Ice Plant get?
About <6" tall and 12" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Jewel Of The Desert Moonstone Ice Plant need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Jewel Of The Desert Moonstone Ice Plant need?
Low water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Jewel Of The Desert Moonstone Ice Plant grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 5, so it suits sites in zone 5 or warmer. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Is Jewel Of The Desert Moonstone Ice Plant deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Jewel Of The Desert Moonstone Ice Plant in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Jewel Of The Desert Moonstone Ice Plant wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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