Delosperma

Common Name: Delosperma
Origin: South Africa

The dellosperma is a succulent that is about 15 cm tall.

Flowers

Its flowers are small, arranged in elaborate inflorescences giving it a really attractive appearance. Inflorescences grow around the top of ombella-like stems.

Terrain

It grows satisfactorily in all types of soil, without particular problems. A necessary condition is that the soil has good drainage. It prefers sandy soils, rich in nutrients.

Position

Prefers sunny places, as a succulent. In areas with warm climates it can be grown in partial shade. In semi-shady places its leaves have a more vivid green color.

Watering

It has moderate water requirements, with the exception of the summer months when you can increase its watering.

Lubrication

Apply the fertilizer in spring and summer (once a month). You can use either a complete, granular fertilizer by spreading it on the soil between the plants and then watering well, or by dissolving a water-soluble fertilizer in the watering can.

Durability

It thrives in places with mild winters and can withstand cold and low temperatures up to - 6ο C. It is drought tolerant and ideal for dry areas and non-irrigated gardens. It is suitable for planting in areas with intense atmospheric pollution. Withstands coastal areas.

Pruning

It is necessary to remove the dried and diseased shoots in early spring. We apply light shaping pruning to maintain its shape.

Enemies and Diseases

Its most frequent enemy is the mistake we make with its watering. Excessive moisture causes rots and fungal diseases, resulting in wilting and eventually rotting of the plant.

It is suitable for

  • for mixed dry edging and flower beds,
  • is ideal for gardens near the sea,
  • in pots and planters on bright balconies, courtyards and terraces.

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