Product Description
Delosperma Jewel of Desert 'Opal' PP27056 (10) count Flat
Dazzle your garden with the vibrant hues of Delosperma Jewel of Desert® 'Opal'! This eye-catching succulent, also known as Ice Plant, is a jewel for sunny landscapes, offering a profusion of fuchsia flowers and lush, evergreen foliage.
- Vibrant Blooms: 'Opal' sparkles with an abundance of bright, daisy-like flowers in a vibrant fuchsia pink. These cheerful blooms, reaching up to 2 inches in diameter, appear in waves from late spring to fall, creating a long-lasting spectacle of color.
- Evergreen Foliage: The fleshy, blue-green leaves of 'Opal' form a lush, mat-forming groundcover that adds texture and interest even when not in bloom. This evergreen foliage provides year-round beauty, especially in warmer climates where it remains vibrant throughout the winter.
- Drought-Tolerant and Sun-Loving: As a succulent, 'Opal' is naturally drought-tolerant and thrives in hot, sunny conditions. It is a perfect choice for xeriscaping, rock gardens, green roofs, or any area that receives full sun and has well-drained soil.
- Versatile Applications: This adaptable succulent is a versatile addition to any sunny garden. Use it to brighten borders, add a pop of color to containers, create a cheerful display in rock gardens, spill over walls, or even naturalize it in dry, sunny areas.
- Low-Maintenance Beauty: 'Opal' is a low-maintenance gem that requires minimal care once established. Simply provide well-drained soil and occasional watering during prolonged dry periods.
Key Features:
- Fuchsia Pink Flowers: Abundant blooms create a vibrant display.
- Evergreen Foliage: Provides year-round beauty and texture.
- Drought-Tolerant: Thrives in hot, dry conditions.
- Versatile Applications: Suitable for borders, containers, rock gardens, and more.
- Low-Maintenance: Easy to grow and care for.
Plant Specifications:
- Hardiness Zones: 5-10
- Mature Size: 4-6 inches tall, spreading to 12-18 inches wide
- Sunlight: Full sun
- Soil: Well-drained soil
- Water: Low water needs
Add a touch of vibrant color to your garden with the dazzling blooms and lush foliage of Delosperma Jewel of Desert® 'Opal'!
Zone 5 - 10
Bloom Mid Spring - Mid Fall
Plant Height 4 in - 6 in
Plant Width 8 in - 10 in
Bloom Size 2 in
Bloom Color "hot pink" fuchsia
Foliage Color Olive Green
Full Sun, Part Shade
Moist, well-drained, to Dry
Cold Hardy, Heat Tolerant, Disease Resistant, Pest Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Humidity Tolerant, Easy Care, Ever Blooming
Non-invasive Succulent
Ten (10) plants in 4.5-inch containers per flat (or tray).
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
