{"product_id":"delosperma-cooperi-jewel-of-desert-garnet","title":"Delosperma cooperi 'Jewel of Desert Garnet' - spectacular ice plant","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelosperma cooperi 'Jewel of Desert Garnet'\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as \u003cstrong\u003eIce Plant\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a perennial outdoor succulent valued for its large flowers in intense garnet red shades that almost completely cover the plant throughout the warm season. It is part of the renowned \u003cstrong\u003eJewel of Desert®\u003c\/strong\u003e series, known for its \u003cstrong\u003every long blooming period,\u003c\/strong\u003e vibrant colors, and exceptional resistance to drought and low temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt quickly forms a dense carpet of fleshy, persistent leaves, making it an ideal choice for rock gardens, alpine gardens, borders, dry walls, slope coverage, or planters exposed to full sun. Once well-rooted, it requires very little maintenance and rewards with abundant flowering from spring until the first frosts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eBotanical characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDelosperma cooperi\u003c\/em\u003e 'Jewel of Desert Garnet'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ice Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aizoaceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant type: perennial outdoor succulent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrailing habit, forming compact carpets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCylindrical, fleshy, persistent leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge daisy-like flowers in intense garnet red shades with a yellow center\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbundant flowering from May-June until the first frosts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature height: approximately \u003cstrong\u003e10-15 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature width: \u003cstrong\u003e40-60 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌞 \u003cstrong\u003eGrowing conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e prefers direct sunlight; for maximum flowering, it needs at least 6-8 hours of sun per day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e very well-drained, sandy or rocky.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e low; once rooted, it tolerates drought very well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e withstands down to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e-20°C\u003c\/strong\u003e if grown in well-drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e does not require frequent fertilization; a small amount of fertilizer in spring is sufficient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong\u003eSecret Garden recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e👉 For optimal development and excellent drainage, we recommend \u003cstrong\u003eSecret Garden Professional Substrate for Cacti and Succulents – SG MIX\u003c\/strong\u003e, specially formulated for plants that require a very airy substrate with rapid excess water drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eSee product:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/products\/substrat-profesional-secret-garden-pentru-cactusi-si-suculente-sg-mix\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehttps:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/products\/substrat-profesional-secret-garden-pentru-cactusi-si-suculente-sg-mix\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✨ \u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes it special:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblooms continuously for several months;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elarge flowers in intense garnet red shades;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eextremely resistant to drought and frost;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003equickly forms dense and decorative carpets;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eattracts bees and butterflies, contributing to garden biodiversity;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eideal for low-maintenance gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📌 \u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e The plant is sold depending on lot availability, with or without flowers. Outside the flowering period, it may be delivered without flowers or buds but will bloom abundantly in season if it receives direct sunlight and proper growing conditions. Flower color intensity may vary slightly depending on sun exposure, temperature, and flowering stage. For maximum winter resistance, it is essential that the plant is grown in very well-drained soil, avoiding excess moisture during the cold season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eHeight including pot\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e10-15 cm\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Outdoor","offers":[{"title":"13 cm pot","offer_id":57039814885702,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/delosperma.png?v=1785360381","url":"https:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/en-at\/products\/delosperma-cooperi-jewel-of-desert-garnet","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}