Ice Plant Crystal Leaf
Ice Plant Crystal Leaf is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Syn. Sea Fig; native to South Africa this unique salad plant does well in arid areas and coastal regions, as it is very salt-tolerant. The thick, succulent, slightly salty tasting leaves appear to be coated in glistening ice crystals. It can be used as a savoury garnish or in salads. It is very heat tolerant so makes a good summer green for hot weather.
Product: Ice Plant Crystal Leaf
Product type: SEED (200)
Botanical name: Mesembryanthemum crystallinum
Syn. Sea Fig; native to South Africa this unique salad plant does well in arid areas and coastal regions, as it is very salt-tolerant. The thick, succulent, slightly salty tasting leaves appear to be coated in glistening ice crystals. It can be used as a savoury garnish or in salads. It is very heat tolerant so makes a good summer green for hot weather.
Plant type: Warm season annual or biennial
Plant height: Low growing matting plant; 10 - 15cm high
Sow when: Germinate best at 18 - 24°C soil temp.
Temperate: Spring to early summer
Subtropical: Sow autumn if frost-free; also try in a container or hanging basket
Tropical: Unlikely to do well
Germination: 10 - 21 days
Depth: Press down firmly and water gently
Position: Full sun in a dry position
Sow where: Sow in seedling trays for later transplanting; use a well-drained mix
Soil type: Well-drained, fertile, sandy, pH 5.5 - 7
Details: Avoid over-watering; protect from slugs and snails; cuttings root readily
Harvest: 50 days: pick the young juicy, green leaves