Delosperma Lido ‘Red’ (floarea de gheata, floarea de cristal)

Delosperma Lido ‘Fire‘, also known by the common names ice plant or crystal flower, is a perennial succulent plant valued for its bright flowers and exceptional drought resistance. It belongs to the Lido series, specially developed to offer abundant blooming and superior resistance in intense sunlight conditions.

The plant spreads along the ground, forming a dense carpet and can reach heights of about 5-10 cm.

🔸 Botanical characteristics:

• Full name: Delosperma cooperi ‘Lido Fire’

• Family: Aizoaceae

• Plant type: perennial succulent with a trailing habit

• Leaves: fleshy, green, cylindrical

• Flowers: small, glossy appearance

• Blooming: May – September, repeated and abundant flowering

🔸 Growing conditions:

• Light: full sun – maximum flowering in sunny locations

• Soil: very well-drained, sandy or rocky

• Watering: low – tolerates drought well, water only when the substrate is completely dry

• Minimum temperature tolerance: approx. -20°C – good frost resistance in well-drained soils

• Fertilization: occasional, only during the growing period

🔸 Uses and advantages:

• Ideal for rock gardens, green roofs, borders, and slopes

• Rustic succulent plant, low maintenance

• Attractive to bees and other pollinating insects

• Excellent heat and drought tolerance

Pot diameter: 12 cm

Height including pot: 10-15 cm

Flowers may vary.

⚠️ Attention! The plant may be delivered with or without flowers, depending on the season and growth stage.