Delosperma Jewel of the Desert ‘Moon Stone’: Your Ultimate Guide to This Stunning Ice Plant!

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Explore the captivating beauty of Delosperma Jewel of the Desert ‘Moon Stone’, a striking ice plant that will illuminate your garden with its unique charm! This quick and informative video covers the key features, care tips, and benefits of this eye-catching plant. Ideal for garden enthusiasts and ice plant lovers, learn how to cultivate and enjoy ‘Moon Stone’ in your outdoor space. Enhance your garden with the brilliance of ‘Moon Stone’!

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Latin name: Delosperma cooperi ‘Jewel of the Desert Moon Stone’
Common name: Moon Stone Ice Plant
Type: Perennial succulent
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Days to Germination: 10-14 days
Seed Depth: 1/8 inch (0.3 cm)
Frost tolerant: Frost-sensitive; best suited for USDA zones 6-9
Days to Maturity: 8-12 weeks from seed
Life Cycle: Perennial
Pollinator Attractant: Attracts bees and butterflies
Soil Requirements: Well-draining soil, preferably sandy or loamy
Watering: Regular watering; allow soil to dry between waterings
Mature Size: 4-6 inches (10-15 cm) tall and 12-18 inches (30-45 cm) wide
Spacing: Plant 12-18 inches (30-45 cm) apart
Bloom Time: Late spring to summer
Flower Color: Pale yellow to white
Foliage: Green, succulent leaves with a slightly trailing habit
Flavor: Not applicable
Uses: Ideal for ground covers, containers, and rock gardens
Special Features: Low-growing, spreading habit; attractive, bright flowers
Hardiness Zones: USDA zones 6-9
Note: Delosperma Jewel of the Desert ‘Moon Stone’ is a compact and hardy perennial succulent known for its attractive, pale yellow to white flowers and its low-growing, spreading habit. It thrives in full sun and well-draining soil, making it ideal for ground covers, containers, and rock gardens. This cultivar is appreciated for its drought tolerance and low maintenance requirements. While it is frost-sensitive, it performs well in USDA zones 6-9, where it can provide vibrant color and texture to garden landscapes. Regular watering is needed, but allow the soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. The plant is also beneficial for attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

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