Lavender Ice Plant Ground Cover | Drought Tolerant Purple Blooms

Lavender Ice Plant

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$56.00

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Lavender Ice Plant

Delosperma 'Lavender'

Drought-Proof Flower Carpet • Pollinator Magnet • Easy Lawn Alternative

$56.00

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Bay Area–Based Nursery

We specialize in plants grown and delivered in their original pots and soil.
Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

For local plant professionals, we’re always glad to connect and explore ways to support your customers.

The Ice Plant is the ultimate groundcover hero for Bay Area landscapes, effortlessly solving problems with dazzling color. This succulent carpet thrives in our dry summers and mild winters, transforming challenging, sunny slopes or barren patches into a low-maintenance sea of vibrant pink blooms that buzz with pollinators. It's not just a plant; it's a living mulch that conserves water, suppresses weeds, and adds year-round texture.

Forms a dense, fast-spreading mat of succulent, cylindrical, gray-green leaves that provide evergreen interest and tolerate coastal winds and salt spray.
Produces a spectacular carpet of daisy-like, lavender-pink flowers in late spring that open with the sun, attracting and supporting bees and butterflies.
Thrives in full sun with excellent drainage and is exceptionally drought-tolerant once established, perfectly suited for water-wise (xeriscape) gardens.
Serves as an excellent, low-growing lawn alternative or rock garden filler that requires no mowing, very little water, and minimal care.
Stays compact and low (2-3 inches tall), making it ideal for cascading over walls, filling between stepping stones, or controlling erosion on slopes.

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

A larger gallon size generally means:
- A more established root system
- A sturdier plant
- Faster visual impact after planting
Example:
- 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity
- 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.

🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

Commonly used for:
- Ornamental trees
- Feature plants
- Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.
Why choose Multi:
- Fuller, more sculptural appearance
- Strong visual presence even at younger ages
- Popular for design-focused landscapes

🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

Commonly used for:
- Shade trees
- Street trees
- Orchard and structural plantings
Why choose Stand:
- Clean, classic tree form
- Easier clearance for walkways and lawns
- Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity

🌿 Choosing the Right Size

If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form
If you want long-term structure → Stand form
If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Features:Foliage: Small, fleshy, cylindrical, blue-green to gray-green leaves that form a dense, mat-like carpet.Flowers: Abundant, daisy-like, lavender-pink flowers with a central ring of white and yellow stamens. Blooms profusely from late spring to early summer, with sporadic rebloom.Habit: A low-growing, spreading, evergreen perennial succulent with a vigorous, ground-hugging growth habit.
Mature Height: 2-3 inches
Mature Width: 1-2 ft
Growth Rate: Fast
Light Needs: Full sun
Key Advantages:Profuse and colorful floral display.Excellent drought and heat tolerance.Fast-growing groundcover for quick coverage.Low maintenance.Attracts pollinators
Landscape Uses:Groundcover for sunny slopes and banks.Rock gardens and wall plantings.Spiller in containers and hanging baskets.Erosion control

Q: How fast does it spread, and is it invasive?
A: It spreads moderately to quickly by trailing stems to form a dense mat. In the well-draining soils and climate of Zone 9a, it is a vigorous but manageable groundcover. It is not typically listed as invasive in California, but it's best to plant where its spreading habit is desired.

Q: Can it handle foot traffic?
A: It can tolerate very light, occasional foot traffic (like stepping stones through a garden), but it is not as tough as a traditional lawn grass. For high-traffic areas, it's better used as a decorative border.

Q: What's the main cause of failure with Ice Plant?
A: Poor drainage and overwatering. The most common killer is "wet feet," especially in cooler winter months. Ensure it's planted in sandy or gritty soil on a slope or mound if your soil has any clay content.