Ruschia spinescens
Ice Plant
Type Perennial, succulent
Hardy range 10A to 11
Height 6" to 12" / 15cm to 30cm
Growth rate Average
Form Spreading or horizontal
Exposure Full sun
Persistence Evergreen
Bloom Color Purple
Bloom Time Spring and Winter
Environment This plant tolerates drought.
This plant will grow in dry soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy or sandy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.
Leaf Color Blue and green
Culture Notes Stem cuttings can be taken in the spring. This plant does not do well in hot humid conditions.
This plant will grow in dry soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy or sandy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.
Leaf Color Blue and green
Culture Notes Stem cuttings can be taken in the spring. This plant does not do well in hot humid conditions.