Water
Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering is the most common cause of root rot. Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy to prevent rot.
Also known as Cooper's Delosperma · Cooper's Ice Plant · Cooper's Iceplant
Delosperma cooperi, the pink trailing iceplant, is a low-growing succulent with vibrant pink daisy-like flowers, ideal for rock gardens and hot, dry climates.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun is ideal.
100% intensity
Tolerates partial shade but may flower less.
Allow soil to dry out between waterings.
25% intensity
Reduce watering in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Prefers warm temperatures.
75% intensity
Can tolerate light frost if kept dry.
Feed sparingly during the growing season.
25% intensity
Use a diluted succulent fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering is the most common cause of root rot. Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy to prevent rot.
Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Deadhead spent flowers to promote more blooms. Prune back leggy stems in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take 4-6 cm cuttings in spring or summer, allow them to callus for a day, and then plant in well-draining soil. Rooting is typically rapid.
Repot every 2-3 years in spring, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining succulent or cactus potting mix. Ensure the new pot has drainage holes to prevent waterlogging.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Aizoaceae |
| Genus | Delosperma |
| Species | Delosperma cooperi |
Similar in genus Delosperma
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