Delosperma congestum ‘Gold Nugget’
Delosperma congestum 'Gold Nugget' is very hardy with masses of shining, yellow flowers.
Delosperma congestum ‘Gold Nugget’ is a selection of a high elevation alpine species from the mountains of South Africa. It is very hardy and sports shining, mid to deep yellow flowers in masses in spring with possibly rebloom through summer into fall. The foliage is extremely tight and low and may remain under one inch in height. Good drainage is important but some summer moisture is appreciated. Ice plants are long-blooming and carefree succulent mat-forming perennials similar to sedums that thrive in heat, drought and nearly any well-drained soil. Very hardy but should be protected from winter wet either with very well drained soil or in the rainshadow of a house or other structure. Great in containers.
Common Name: Ice Plant
Family: Aizoaceae (The Carpet Weed Family)
Zone Hardiness: 4-9
Light: Full Sun
Height: under 4"
Width: 8-12"
Primary Bloom Colour: Yellow
Secondary Bloom Colour: White/Cream
Bloom Time: Spring - Fall
Foliage Colour: Green
Class: Evergreen
Type: Perennial
Soil Moisture: Drought Tolerant, Dry, Average
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits: Bees
Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Mountainous areas of South Africa.
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Geographical Origin: Southern Africa and Madagascar
