How to tend a Delosperma cooperi

Also known as: Mesembryanthemum cooperi Hook.f., Delosperma cooperi f. cooperi , Delosperma cooperi f. bicolor (L.Bolus) G.D.Rowley, Delosperma cooperi var. bicolor L.Bolus

Watering

Resistant to drought, water thoroughly when soil is dry, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Like sunshine, resistant to half shade, avoid scorching light

Soil

Peat or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly

Pruning

Remove aged tissues, dead, rotten, diseased leaves timely

About this plant

Origin
South Africa
Category
Aizoaceae, Delosperma
Size
Diameter ≥ 15 cm, height ≥ 25 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period middle summer to early autumn
Flower colors
purple, pink
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