Product description
Delosperma Jewel of Desert Peridott is a highly aggressive, mat-forming succulent bred directly from tough South African genetics, forming a dense, ground-hugging carpet of fleshy, apple-green foliage. It completely smothers itself in blazing, neon-yellow daisy-shaped flowers with a contrasting white centre throughout the hottest parts of the summer.
To keep it alive, you must treat it incredibly mean and provide baking hot, full sun alongside exceptionally sharp drainage, planting it in pure sand, grit, or gravel. You must actively withhold the watering can; if you force this desert specialist to sit in heavy, wet soil, the fleshy crown will instantly turn to mush and rot away.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
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Delosperma 'Jewel of Desert Peridott'
Delosperma 'Jewel of Desert Peridott'
Product description
Delosperma Jewel of Desert Peridott is a highly aggressive, mat-forming succulent bred directly from tough South African genetics, forming a dense, ground-hugging carpet of fleshy, apple-green foliage. It completely smothers itself in blazing, neon-yellow daisy-shaped flowers with a contrasting white centre throughout the hottest parts of the summer.
To keep it alive, you must treat it incredibly mean and provide baking hot, full sun alongside exceptionally sharp drainage, planting it in pure sand, grit, or gravel. You must actively withhold the watering can; if you force this desert specialist to sit in heavy, wet soil, the fleshy crown will instantly turn to mush and rot away.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Give your plants the best start
Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Tuck Delosperma Jewel of Desert Peridott into the crevices of hot stone walls or the edges of gravel paths to perfectly mimic its natural, arid habitat.
How to Water
You must strictly adhere to a dry-dirt policy and actively withhold the watering can once Delosperma Jewel of Desert Peridott is established. Only offer a drink if the fleshy, apple-green leaves visibly begin to shrivel or wrinkle during a severe drought. Overwatering is the absolute fastest way to turn this rugged survivor into a pile of mush.
How to Plant
Settle Delosperma Jewel of Desert Peridott into a sun-baked spot amended heavily with sharp sand or grit to guarantee rapid drainage. Bury the roots shallowly, ensuring the fleshy crown sits slightly elevated above the surrounding dirt to prevent rot. Do not mulch with organic matter, as this traps lethal moisture against the delicate stems.
