Delosperma aberdeenense
Aberdeen dew plant
A dense, low-growing, evergreen shrub with spreading, often prostrate, branches bearing semi-cylindrical, succulent, mid-green leaves up to 2cm long. Small, daisy-like, purplish-pink flowers are produced in summer
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
1.5–2.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Pink Purple | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H3Botanical details
- Family
- Aizoaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Spreading branched, Trailing
- Genus
Delosperma are mat-forming perennials, or dwarf shrubs, with smooth, fleshy leaves. The daisy-like flowers are brightly coloured in shades of pink, purple, yellow, red, orange or white
- Name status
Unresolved
How to grow
Cultivation
In mild areas grow outdoors in very well-drained soil in full sun, or grow under glass in standard cactus compost in full light with good ventilation
Propagation
Propagate by seed, or by stem cuttings in spring or summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Gravel garden
- Patio and container plants
- Low Maintenance
- Banks and slopes
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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