Iceplant Care

Iceplant needs moderate watering. You should only water when the soil around the plant is dry. The plant can be severely damaged if it rains in the summer. Experts recommend covering the plant with a membrane to save it from excess moisture. During the dormant period, in winter, you can stop watering.

You do not need to prune Iceplant. If the care of the plant is correct, it will not be sick. However, you can remove the damaged parts if the plant has caught the disease.

You can fertilize Iceplant every two weeks from May to September. Use ready-made mineral fertilizers at the dosage indicated in the instructions.

It will be best to place the pot in a sunny place to provide Iceplant with full sunlight all year round. South-facing rooms are ideal. You should make sure the plant stays protected from drafts.

Iceplant will do well in a breathable, light potting mix. You can use coarse sand, peat, and garden soil in a ratio of 2:2:1. You need to disinfect the substrate before planting.

You can propagate Iceplant from late winter seeds or cuttings in spring. Rooting of cuttings should take place with poor watering and under diffused bright light. Once frost has passed, you can plant them in open soil.

Iceplant is a temperature-tolerant plant. In spring and summer, the optimum temperature for it will be 68 degrees Fahrenheit (20 Celsius). During the winter, temperatures can range from 53 to 59 degrees Fahrenheit (12-15 Celsius).

You should better choose a container with a pallet to ensure the excess liquid drains out. Otherwise, the roots of the plant may rot. You can also plant the flower outdoors. However, it may be suitable only for the southern regions.

Iceplant was first known to bloom in sunny weather. For a long time, this was considered a feature of the plant. However, in 1719, scientists discovered species that bloom only at night.