Description
| Common Name | Lampranthu, Golden Ice Plant, Orange Ice Plant |
| Maximum Reachable Height | 0.25 to 0.50 feet |
| Flower Colour | Glossy red-purple |
| Bloom Time | June to September |
| Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
Planting And Care
Once the Lampranthus plants are growing in the garden they are easy to look after.
They like to grow in dry soil so only water in very prolonged dry spells.
Once the season is over, cut the plants back by pruning the dead stems in the autumn.
If you want more plants then take cuttings in the springtime.
Lampranthus Care
If planning to grow Lampranthus outdoors from the off it is best to sow out the seed following the last frost of spring, simply cover the seeds. The seeds should be sown in a sunny area of the garden that has excellent drainage. The soil should be dry and stony; at the time of sowing add manure.
When starting to grow Lampranthus plants indoors first, then they should be started about two months before they are due to be transplanted out; a few weeks after the last frost of spring.
| Sunlight | Full sun |
| Watering | Dry |
| Soil | Well-drained soil |
| Temperature | 65 to 75 degrees F |
| Fertilizer | Apply any organic fertilizer |
Lampranthus Special Feature
Grow in sunny but sheltered areas of desert gardens, rock gardens, border fronts or slopes. Ground cover or edger.
Lampranthus Uses
Ornamental Use:
- The plant is used for an ornamental purpose
Medicinal Use:
- Used as a remedy to treat minor skin problems
- Please consult your health expert
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