Delosperma Nubigenum ‘FSDD2117’ DESERT DANCERS® PURPLE (Purple Ice Plant)
Delosperma Nubigenum ‘FSDD2117’ DESERT DANCERS® PURPLE (Purple Ice Plant)
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Delosperma Nubigenum ‘FSDD2117’ DESERT DANCERS® PURPLE (Purple Ice Plant) is a compact evergreen succulent prized for its vibrant purple to magenta daisy-like flowers and striking foliage that shifts through green, pink, deep purple and red tones through the seasons. Its neat, spreading mound makes it ideal for rockeries, borders, green roofs, containers and hanging baskets, while the foliage provides strong visual interest even when the plant is not in flower.
Highly tolerant of heat, drought and humidity, DESERT DANCERS® PURPLE is an easy-care choice for sunny, low-water gardens. It flowers abundantly from early summer into autumn and performs best in well-drained soil with full sun. Its long flowering season, colourful foliage and compact habit make it a strong option for customers wanting vivid colour with minimal maintenance.
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Mature height
Approx. 15 cm
Mature width
Approx. 50 cm, with some sources reporting up to around 70 cm
Spacing
Approx. 40–50 cm apart
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Purple to magenta flowers with reddish centres; foliage transitions through green, pink, dark purple and red-purple tones
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Early Summer to Autumn
Sun tolerance
Full Sun
Maintenance
Low. Plant in well-drained soil, avoid waterlogging, and trim lightly if required to maintain shape.
Root System
Shallow, fibrous, spreading root system