Delosperma 'Carlile Pink'

USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–9

Light: Full sun

Mature Size: 2–4" tall | 12–18" wide

Attracts: Bees and pollinators

Bloom Time: Late spring–early fall

Water Needs: Low once established

Soil: Sandy, gravelly, sharply well-drained soils

Growth Habit: Low-growing, spreading succulent perennial

Flowers: Vibrant bright pink daisy-like blooms with sunny yellow centers blanket the plant in waves throughout the growing season

Ideal For: Rock gardens, xeriscapes, slopes, groundcover plantings, containers, low-water landscapes

Evergreen: Yes

Why We Love It:
This hardy ice plant delivers months of brilliant color with almost no effort. Its vivid pink flowers create a glowing carpet across the garden from late spring well into fall, while the succulent foliage stays neat and attractive year-round. Tough, drought tolerant, and perfectly suited for hot sunny conditions, it’s one of the best choices for adding long-lasting color to rock gardens and water-wise landscapes.

Additional Info:
Thrives in sandy, gravelly soils with excellent drainage and performs best in dry conditions with minimal supplemental water once established. Excellent for slopes, retaining walls, containers, and crevice gardens where it can spread naturally between stones. Avoid overly wet winter conditions, especially in heavier soils. Pollinator friendly and highly heat tolerant.

Photo: Panayoti Kelaidis