Ice plant requires a sunny spot that receives at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sun a day. It can tolerate partial shade, but doesn’t bloom nearly as much. Plant it in well-drained soil. Ice plant hates clay and poorly draining soils; it often dies if planted in a spot where there’s standing water for extended periods.
How do you take care of an ice plant?
- Plant them in a sunny spot with fast-draining soil. …
- Plant by mid-summer in colder climates to establish themselves for winter. …
- Water them regularly (weekly) during the heat of the summer, as Delosperma come from areas of South Africa that get summer rains.
How often should ice plant be watered?
Once established, water your ice plant sparingly during the growing season. One watering every two weeks should be sufficient during periods when there is no rainfall, though a weekly watering might be necessary during hot weather. Let your ice plant dry out before winter, so it’s not sitting in soil that is too moist.
