Delosperma echinatum - Pickle Plant
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Pickle Plant (Delosperma echinatum): A unique plant with spiny-looking leaves covered with tiny white-translucent hairs. It is native to South Africa and usually spreads as a mat in rocky habitats. Its narrow stems can grow up to 18.0" long with a prostrate growth habit. It blooms with tiny, pale yellow flowers.
Soft succulents will not survive a hard frost, but if there is a risk of freezing temperatures they can be brought indoors to grow on a sunny window sill or under a grow light. They need ample sunlight, good drainage, and infrequent water to prevent rot. Pick containers with drainage holes and use well-draining cactus and succulent soil with 50% to 70% mineral grit such as coarse sand, pumice, or perlite. Water deeply enough for water to run out the drainage hole, then wait for the soil to fully dry before watering again.
Product Size
2.0" Pot
Current Primary Color
Green
Bloom Color
Yellow Bloom
Grow Zone (Hardiness)
Zone 10 (30F)
Recommended Light Conditions
Bright Indoor Light, Filtered / Partial Sun
Maximum Height
6"-8"
Growth Habit / Shape
Low Growing / Creeping, Vertical Grower / Tall Stem
Special Characteristic
Pet Safe
THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+
10
WHAT IS MY HARDINESS ZONE?
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• Staff Answer
In very bright light, or as a response to extended drought, Delosperma echinatum can develop a purple blush. However, an entire pickle plant turning purple could be a cause for concern. You're welcome to send us a few clear photos of your plant via email (info@mountaincrestgardens.com) along with the following information and we'll do our best to figure out what's going on:
1) Growing conditions (full sun, part sun, filtered sun, indoors, outdoors, etc.) 2) Soil used for planting 3) Watering schedule 4) Does the container have a hole for drainage?
1) Growing conditions (full sun, part sun, filtered sun, indoors, outdoors, etc.) 2) Soil used for planting 3) Watering schedule 4) Does the container have a hole for drainage?
• Staff Answer
Yes! Delosperma and similar Ice Plants are pet-safe.
Source: https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal...
Source: https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal...
• Staff Answer
You can propagate pickle plant through cuttings. Click the link below to read about how to make and plant cuttings.
Source: https://mountaincrestgardens.com/faqs...
Source: https://mountaincrestgardens.com/faqs...
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Succulents need grittier soil than other plants because they are adapted to dry conditions and store water in their leaves. Regular potting soil mixes stay damp for long periods of time, which can cause rot in succulents. Instead, use a sandy, well-draining soil so you can water thoroughly without leaving your succulent in standing water.
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• Staff Answer
Our plants can be transplanted immediately upon arrival.
If you want to wait to transplant, they can remain in their original containers for up to a month. If the pots came in a plastic carrier tray, remove the pots from the carrier tray prior to the first watering.
Keep the plants indoors near a sunny window or outdoors under a roof (only if outdoor temperatures stay above your succulent's minimum hardiness temperature). Water only after the soil is fully dry by drenching from above with a faucet, hose, or watering can. Gently shake excess water from the leaves and allow containers to drain completely.
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Fertilizing is not necessary, but it is a good option for succulent growers who want to encourage faster, larger growth. It can be used on mature plants with established roots. Only fertilize in the growing season (spring and summer for most varieties) to avoid weakening or burning dormant plants. Use a light touch and make 2-3 applications of low-Nitrogen, diluted fertilizer each year (N-P-K ratio around 5-10-10). You can find specially-formulated cactus / succulent fertilizers in most garden centers or go organic with compost tea or bone meal.
Example: Miracle-Gro Quick Start, diluted to half strength
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Succulents need deep, infrequent watering, especially during their growing season and when they are young and establishing roots. Only water after the soil is completely dry and the plant feels less firm. Err on the side of underwatering. Watering too frequently is the most common way to kill succulents.
HOW TO WATER SUCCULENTS
- Drench from above using a faucet, hose, or watering can
- Do not mist with a spray bottle (the only exception is for Air Plants)
- Water until it drains from the container's drainage hole. If your container does not have a drainage hole (not recommended), use about 1/3 the volume of the container…
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Different succulent varieties have different light needs. You can find the Recommended Light Conditions on each variety's page by scrolling down to the Product Details. We use four categories of recommended light, and some plants can thrive under a range of light conditions.
LOW INDOOR LIGHT
- Can grow indoors without direct sun.
- Placing outdoors in direct sun or on sunny window sills might cause dark burns.
- There are a limited number of succulent varieties that thrive in low light, notably Haworthia, Gasteria, Peperomia, and some Jade…
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On time and beautiful.
March 26, 2025 by Charlotte A. (Minnesota, United States)
“These plants were packaged beautifully and arrived on time. They are in good shape...beautiful plants. My experience with this vendor has been great!”
May 25, 2024 by Angela G. (United States)
“The plants arrived timely. Packaging was great. Condition of plants was great.
Everything I have ever ordered from Mountain Crest has been satisfactory!”
Everything I have ever ordered from Mountain Crest has been satisfactory!”
Pickle Plant
May 20, 2024 by Shirley F. (Texas, United States)
“The pickle plant came packaged very well! Has already bloomed!. A great addition to my other succulents.”
