Dorotheanthus bellidiformis Seeds (Orange Ice Plant)
Dorotheanthus bellidiformis, commonly known as “Livingstone daisy” or “Ice plant,” is a low-growing succulent native to South Africa. This hardy plant exhibits vibrant, daisy-like flowers in various hues, including shades of yellow and orange, with contrasting centers. It thrives in USDA hardiness zones 9-11 and prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Mature plants typically reach a height of 4-8 inches and spread up to 12 inches. Dorotheanthus bellidiformis seeds are readily available for propagating this colorful, drought-tolerant ground cover.
Growing Dorotheanthus bellidiformis from Seed
- Growth cycle: Annual
- Watering: Light
- Sunlight: Full Sun
- Suitable climates: Marine West Coast, Mediterranean, Humid Subtropical, Tropical Wet, Tropical Wet & Dry, Arid
- Where to grow: Outdoors
- Flower color: Orange
Germinating Orange Ice Plant Flower Seeds
To germinate Dorotheanthus bellidiformis seeds, sow them thinly on well-draining soil in a sunny spot. Lightly press them into the soil’s surface and keep it consistently moist until germination, which typically occurs in 7-14 days at temperatures around 70-75°F (21-24°C).
We source all of our Dorotheanthus bellidiformis seeds from a small greenhouse facility based in southeastern Maine and store them in a dark, temperature-controlled environment before shipment. You’ll find that our fresh Orange Ice Plant seeds are much easier to germinate than the mass-produced packets of flower seeds found in stores! If you have any trouble growing Orange Ice Plant seeds, we’re happy to send you additional gardening tips. In the (unlikely) event that your Dorotheanthus bellidiformis seeds do not germinate at all, we’ll give you a full refund, no questions asked.
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