Trailing Ice Plant (Lampranthus blandus)

Trailing Ice Plant

Lampranthus blandus

Succulent trailing mats glow with daisy-like blooms in summer. Low-growing ornamental groundcover.

Full sun
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Beginner
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Plant Needs

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Sunlight Full sun exposure required for abundant blooming; tolerates partial sun but may reduce flower production
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Watering Water deeply when soil is completely dry; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
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Temperature Thrives in warm, dry conditions; tolerates light frost down to 5°C but protect from hard freezes
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Characteristics

  • Leaf: Cylindrical, fleshy, bright green to blue-green, up to 3 cm long
  • Flower: Daisy-like, pink to magenta, up to 5 cm wide, opens in full sun
  • Stem: Prostrate, trailing, succulent, rooting at nodes
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Care Guide

Watering

Water when top 5 cm of soil is dry; allow to drain fully

Fertilization

Diluted balanced feed once every 6 weeks. Use diluted, low-nitrogen fertilizer to avoid leggy growth

Eggshell powder topdress:Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface; water in to release nutrients without causing odor or pest issues
Pruning
  • Trim back leggy stems in early spring to promote compact growth
  • Deadhead spent blooms to encourage extended flowering
  • Remove any dead or damaged foliage to maintain plant health
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Toxicity

Warning: this plant may be toxic.

Pets & Humans

Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats; no known toxic compounds

Humans: Non-toxic to humans; no reported adverse effects from ingestion or contact

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Garden Uses & Culture

Culture: N/A

Usage: Groundcover for rock gardens, hanging baskets, and coastal landscaping