Pot Size: 3.5"
Accepted Scientific Name: Delosperma ‘Desert Dancer Red’
Origin and Habitat:
‘Desert Dancer Red’ originates from hardy South African Delosperma breeding lines developed for intense flower color, compact spreading growth, and resilience in dry sunny landscapes.
Description:
This low-growing succulent forms dense mats 2–4 inches tall and spreads 18–24 inches wide. Bright red daisy-like flowers blanket the evergreen foliage through the summer months, providing outstanding color in rock gardens, containers, and dry borders.
Cultivation
Zone: 5–9
Temperature: -25 to 35°C
Growth Rate: Moderate
Soil: Fast draining gravelly soil with pumice
Watering: Low water needs once established
Fertilizing: Every 2–3 weeks during active growth
Light: Full sun
Pests and Diseases: Avoid wet soils during winter dormancy
Propagation:
Propagated from cuttings, seed, or division.
