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Mesembryanthemum crystallinum 'Ice Plant' Edible Succulent Seeds

Description

Cultivate a stunning and unique succulent that dazzles in the sun and offers a surprising culinary twist. The Ice Plant is named for its mesmerizing, glistening epidermal cells that cover its fleshy leaves and stems, making them sparkle like crushed ice. This low-growing, spreading plant produces daisy-like pink or white flowers and thrives in hot, dry, coastal conditions. Its slightly salty, crisp leaves can be used as a novel addition to salads or as a garnish, offering a refreshing texture.

An exceptionally drought-tolerant and salt-tolerant annual or short-lived perennial, it is perfect for rock gardens, sandy slopes, containers, or as a dazzling ground cover in challenging, well-drained sites. Valued for its otherworldly beauty, extreme resilience, and edible curiosity.

Growing Information

  • Plant Type: Annual/Tender Perennial Succulent
  • Sowing: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow after all danger of frost has passed. Press seeds lightly onto soil surface; they need light to germinate.
  • Best Planting Season: Spring, after the soil has warmed.
  • Days to Germination: 10–21 days
  • Days to Maturity: 60–80 days for edible leaf harvest.
  • Sun: Full sun.
  • Soil: Requires sandy, gravelly, or very well-drained, poor to average soil. Excellent drainage is essential.
  • Spacing: 30–45 cm (12–18 inches) to allow for its spreading habit.
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    Description

    Cultivate a stunning and unique succulent that dazzles in the sun and offers a surprising culinary twist. The Ice Plant is named for its mesmerizing, glistening epidermal cells that cover its fleshy leaves and stems, making them sparkle like crushed ice. This low-growing, spreading plant produces daisy-like pink or white flowers and thrives in hot, dry, coastal conditions. Its slightly salty, crisp leaves can be used as a novel addition to salads or as a garnish, offering a refreshing texture.

    An exceptionally drought-tolerant and salt-tolerant annual or short-lived perennial, it is perfect for rock gardens, sandy slopes, containers, or as a dazzling ground cover in challenging, well-drained sites. Valued for its otherworldly beauty, extreme resilience, and edible curiosity.

    Growing Information

    • Plant Type: Annual/Tender Perennial Succulent
    • Sowing: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow after all danger of frost has passed. Press seeds lightly onto soil surface; they need light to germinate.
    • Best Planting Season: Spring, after the soil has warmed.
    • Days to Germination: 10–21 days
    • Days to Maturity: 60–80 days for edible leaf harvest.
    • Sun: Full sun.
    • Soil: Requires sandy, gravelly, or very well-drained, poor to average soil. Excellent drainage is essential.
    • Spacing: 30–45 cm (12–18 inches) to allow for its spreading habit.

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