Product Description
Delosperma FIRE SPINNER® 'P001S' (30)ct Flat
Common Name: Hardy Ice Plant
News spread like wildfire when this breakthrough Delosperma received Colorado’s Plant Select® award in 2012. Its incredible tricolor flowers are unlike anything we’ve seen in a Delosperma. Nickel-sized blossoms are apricot to bright orange with a ring of hot pink to magenta color surrounding the white eye. They are produced prolifically, blanketing the foliage from late spring through early summer and then often reblooming sporadically throughout the summer months.
FIRE SPINNER® is a weed suppressing groundcover that typically spreads 18-24” wide in two years. Its succulent, apple green foliage is evergreen and takes on bronze tones in winter.
Like all Delospermas, this one is also highly heat and drought tolerant, making it a good choice for waterwise landscapes. It thrives in rock gardens, on slopes, in containers, and in the landscape.
This plant grows best in well-drained, gravelly soil that is not wet in winter. Planting it on a slope will help provide these conditions. Due to its succulent nature, Ice Plant is very drought tolerant. Grow it in a hot, sunny location.
Plant Select® -- 2012
Zones: 5 to 10;
Full sun and well-drained soil.
Mature height 3 inches, plant 9 to 24 inches apart.
Flower Color: Gold/Orange Shades, Pink shades
Foliage Color: Green shades
Sunlight: Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Low Water Needs
Average Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Late Spring - Early Summer
Deer Resistant
Evergreen
Growth Rate: Medium
Border Plant, Container, Drought Tolerant, Ground Cover
Delosperma 'Fire Spinner' is a low-maintenance, vigorous, spreading perennial that creates a stunning carpet of succulent foliage. It is covered with uniquely tri-colored flowers from late spring to early summer, which keep reappearing sporadically throughout the summer and into the fall . This, along with its evergreen foliage, makes it an indispensable element of waterwise landscapes . It was introduced in 2012 as a Plant Select® introduction . Plant Select® is a program administered by Colorado State University and the Denver Botanic Gardens that promotes plants that thrive in the challenging high plains and intermountain regions of the Western United States.
Origins Delosperma 'Fire Spinner' traces its ancestry to the Eastern Cape of South Africa . It was discovered at over 6,000 feet near Tarkastad in the wild . Renowned plantsman Panayoti Kelaidis of the Denver Botanic Garden brought it to the United States . He traveled to South Africa to find new plants suitable for growing in the dry, gritty soils and challenging climates of the western states.
Characteristics Delosperma 'Fire Spinner' is a showstopper with its vibrant tricolored flowers . Unlike other Delosperma varieties, 'Fire Spinner' boasts an amazing array of colors in each flower. The nickel-sized blossoms are apricot to bright orange with a ring of hot pink to magenta surrounding a white eye . These eye-catching flowers are about 1.5 inches across and blanket the foliage from late spring through early summer . The flowers open and close with the amount of sunlight they receive . The intensity of the flower color, combined with the long blooming season and evergreen foliage, makes this a standout perennial plant.
The foliage of Delosperma 'Fire Spinner' is also quite attractive. The fleshy, medium green leaves are delicately covered with transparent flakes resembling small pieces of ice, which is why Delosperma are commonly called "ice plant" . The foliage is evergreen in warmer climates and takes on bronze tones in winter.
Delosperma 'Fire Spinner' is a low-growing, mat-forming plant, typically reaching a height of 2-3 inches and spreading vigorously to 12-18 inches or more . It is a weed-suppressing groundcover that typically spreads 18-24 inches wide in two years.
Growing Conditions Delosperma 'Fire Spinner' thrives in full sun and well-drained soils . Good drainage is essential to its survival . It tolerates average to lean soils, including sandy and gravelly ones . If conditions are too wet, they will suffer and grow poorly . It has good heat and drought tolerance . No fertilization is required.
Delosperma 'Fire Spinner' has no serious insect or disease issues but may be occasionally affected by aphids and mealybugs . It is also fire-wise, making it a good choice for fire-prone areas.
Watering Needs Delosperma 'Fire Spinner' has low water needs . Water sparsely during the growing season . It is important to water new plants regularly until they are established . Provide supplemental water during prolonged heat and dry spells . Plants in containers dry out more quickly, so they will need more frequent watering . Avoid overwatering, as this may lead to crown and root rot.
Pruning Delosperma 'Fire Spinner' requires no pruning . However, you can remove dead or damaged foliage and spent flowers in spring to tidy up plants . Plants can be lightly sheared back in late summer or early fall when finished blooming to remove seed heads and encourage a fuller growth habit . Avoid pruning too late in the growing season to allow plants to harden off for winter . Once established, it can be propagated by dividing clumps in spring or growing from stem cuttings.
Winter Care Delosperma 'Fire Spinner' is hardy in USDA zones 5-9 . North of zone 7, it is semi-evergreen and may not be reliably winter hardy . In colder zones, it should be planted in dry, sheltered locations and given winter protection.
Hardiness Zones Delosperma 'Fire Spinner' can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 5-9 . It has been extensively trialed in Colorado to gauge its suitability for the climate there and is hardy up to 6,000 feet.
Uses in the Landscape Delosperma 'Fire Spinner' is a versatile plant with many uses in the landscape. It is ideal for:
- Rock gardens
- Slopes
- Containers
- Mass plantings
- Border fronts
- Edging
- Ground cover
Delosperma 'Fire Spinner' is a beautiful and exceptionally low-maintenance groundcover that is perfect for waterwise landscapes. It is easy to grow and thrives in full sun and well-drained soils. It is also deer resistant and attracts butterflies . Its drought tolerance and fire-wise nature make it an excellent choice for gardeners in a variety of climates. If you are looking for a colorful and adaptable plant to add interest to your garden, Delosperma 'Fire Spinner' is a great option.
Thirty (30) plants per flat (or tray). Approximate Plug Measurements: 3 inches deep x 2 inches wide.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
