Delosperma GRANITA Raspberry (30)ct Flat

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Delosperma GRANITA® Raspberry (‘PJS01S’) (30)ct FlatCommon Name: Hardy Ice Plant

One of the best Hardy Ice Plants we’ve seen in our trials for its large flowers and incredible flower coverage. Incredibly bright, “retina burning” color and a standout choice for a groundcover for your sunny garden location. The extremely large, 1½” flowers are raspberry red. Newest flowers are rose and mature to fuchsia with rose tips. Discovered by John Stireman and introduced through High Country Gardens. From Plant Select®.

Like all Delospermas, this one is also highly heat and drought tolerant, making it a good choice for waterwise landscapes. It thrives in rock gardens, on slopes, in containers, and in the landscape.

This plant grows best in well-drained, gravelly soil that is not wet in winter. Planting it on a slope will help provide these conditions. Due to its succulent nature, Ice Plant is very drought tolerant. Grow it in a hot, sunny location.

Height: 4.0 InchesSpread: 30.0 InchesHardiness Zones: 6,7,8,9,10Flower Color: Red shadesFoliage Color: Green shadesFull Sun Low Water NeedsAverage Soil QualityBloomtime: Late Spring to Early SummerDeer ResistantEvergreenGrowth Rate: Medium

Border Plant, Drought Tolerant, Ground Cover

Delosperma GRANITA Raspberry, also known as Ice Plant, is a vibrant, low-maintenance groundcover that thrives in sunny, dry conditions. This 2018 Plant Select® winner is a cold-hardy hybrid with stunning raspberry-red flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. It was discovered as a volunteer seedling in a Salt Lake City garden . This unique origin story adds to its appeal for gardeners interested in locally adapted plants. Delosperma GRANITA Raspberry has excellent cold hardiness and tolerates drier Western growing conditions , making it a top choice for those seeking a resilient and colorful groundcover.

Botanical Name          Delosperma ‘PJS01S’

Common Name           Granita Raspberry Ice Plant

Hardiness Zones         6, 7, 8, 9, 10

Mature Height               1 inch

Mature Spread              15-18 inches

Bloom Time                    Late spring to early summer

Flower Color                  Raspberry red

Light Requirements   Full sun

Water Requirements Average to low

Soil Type                          Well-drained, gravelly soil

Special Features         Bee friendly, deer resistant, evergreen

Growing Conditions and Care Delosperma GRANITA Raspberry thrives in full sun and well-drained soil . It prefers a dryish, sandy soil with a neutral pH . Good soil drainage is essential, particularly in winter where moist to wet soils can be fatal . Avoid overwatering . It has good tolerance for drought and heat . This ice plant cannot tolerate foot traffic , so choose a location where it will not be stepped on.

To ensure your Delosperma GRANITA Raspberry flourishes, follow these care tips:

Planting

• Plant in a sunny spot with fast-draining soil. Sandy, sandy loam, or gravelly soils are best .

Watering

• Water regularly (weekly) during the heat of the summer .
• Keep dry over the winter months .

Mulching

• Mulch with a layer of small gravel to protect the spreading stems from excessive winter moisture .

Fertilizing

• Fertilize in spring with SeaCom-PGR and Yum Yum Mix® to encourage plentiful flowers and good stem growth .

Winter Care

• In colder climates, protect from excessive winter moisture by providing a layer of mulch or covering plants with a cloche .
• Prune out any winter-damaged stems in mid-spring .

Propagation

• Cuttings root easily .
• Succulent leaves pushed into the soil will often root to form new plants .

Container Gardening Delosperma GRANITA Raspberry can be grown in containers . When planting in containers, use an all-purpose potting mix specifically formulated for cactus and succulents, or add perlite to the potting mix for additional drainage . Water more frequently than in-ground plants, especially during hot, dry weather .

Consider using Delosperma GRANITA Raspberry as a “spiller” element in container gardening, combining it with other drought-tolerant plants for a “thriller, filler, spiller” effect . For example, pair it with an upright succulent like a Yucca or Agave for the “thriller” and a mounding plant like Sedum for the “filler.”

Potential Benefits Delosperma GRANITA Raspberry offers several benefits for gardeners:

• Weed-Smothering Groundcover: It excels at choking out weeds , making it ideal for challenging areas where other plants struggle.
• Versatile: Thriving in USDA Zones 4-11, it is a perfect choice for rock gardens, slopes, green roofs, and arid landscapes .
• Drought-Tolerant: As a true succulent, it requires minimal watering , making it a water-wise choice for xeriscaping.
• Stunning Blooms: A sea of colorful, daisy-like flowers covers the plant throughout the summer , creating a vibrant display. With its incredibly bright, “retina burning” color , it is sure to be a showstopper in your garden.
• Unique Texture: The succulent, thread-like foliage adds interesting texture to the garden .
• Easy Care: Delosperma GRANITA Raspberry thrives on neglect , requiring little maintenance beyond occasional deadheading.
• Wildlife Friendly: It attracts butterflies and is deer-resistant.
• Firescaping: It is a good choice for firescaping , making it suitable for gardens in fire-prone areas.

Delosperma GRANITA Raspberry is a beautiful and versatile groundcover that is perfect for adding a splash of color to any sunny garden. Its vibrant raspberry-red flowers, exceptional cold hardiness for an ice plant, and low-maintenance nature make it a standout choice. Whether you are looking to create a colorful border, fill in a rocky slope, or add some life to a container garden, this 2018 Plant Select® winner is sure to impress. With its drought tolerance and potential medicinal uses, Delosperma GRANITA Raspberry is a valuable and rewarding addition to any landscape.

Thirty (30) plants per flat (or tray). Approximate Plug Measurements: 3in deep x 2in wide.

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