Orange Gelato Ice Plant – 200 Heirloom Seeds (Dorotheanthus bellidiformis)

Transform dry, sunny spots into a breathtaking carpet of electric orange with the Gelato Orange Ice Plant — also known as Livingston Daisy. This heirloom, non-GMO annual produces masses of shimmering, daisy-like blooms that open fully in direct sunlight, creating a high-impact, low-maintenance groundcover display. Ideal for rock gardens, slopes, borders, and containers.

⭐ Why customers love it

• Vibrant, electric orange blooms that shimmer in sunlight
• Low-growing spreading habit — smothers weeds and covers ground fast
• Exceptional heat and drought tolerance — thrives where other plants fail
• Heirloom, Non-GMO — open-pollinated, true-to-type seeds
• Easy to grow from seed — great for beginners and experienced gardeners alike

🌿 Seed specifications

• Plant Name: Gelato Orange Ice Plant (Dorotheanthus bellidiformis)
• Common Name: Livingston Daisy
• Seed Quantity: Approximately 200 seeds per packet
• Seed Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO, Open-Pollinated
• Lifecycle: Annual
• Mature Height: 4–6 inches
• Spread: 12–18 inches
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 2–11 (grown as annual)
• Bloom Color: Vibrant orange (individual bloom color may vary slightly — see color disclaimer below)
• Bloom Time: Late spring through summer
• Origin: American Grown
• SKU: ICEP3

🌱 Growing instructions

• Cold Stratification (Required for spring planting): Place seeds in a damp paper towel inside a sealed bag and refrigerate for 30 days before sowing. This mimics winter conditions and dramatically improves germination rates.
• Starting Indoors: After stratification, start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before your last expected frost date.
• Direct Sow: Direct sow outdoors after all danger of frost has passed.
• Sowing Depth: Do NOT cover seeds — press gently onto the soil surface. Seeds require light to germinate.
• Germination Temperature: 60–70°F (15–21°C)
• Germination Time: 10–21 days
• Thinning/Spacing: Thin or transplant to 8–12 inches apart
• Light: Full Sun required — blooms will not open in shade
• Watering: Water sparingly; allow soil to dry between waterings. Overwatering will cause root rot.
• Soil: Well-draining, sandy or gravelly soil is essential. Does not tolerate heavy clay or waterlogged conditions.
• Fertilizer: Low-fertility soil preferred; avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers which promote foliage over blooms.

✅ About our seed packets

• Professionally designed and printed packets
• Resealable for long-term storage between growing seasons
• Eco-friendly and fully recyclable — no plastic
• Full growing instructions included inside every packet
• Vigorously tested for germination rate before packaging
• Custom packets available for weddings, baby showers, and events — message us!

⚠️ Important disclosures

• Color Disclaimer: Product photography is taken under professional studio lighting. Actual bloom color may appear slightly different depending on your monitor settings, lighting conditions, and natural variation within the variety. Orange Gelato Ice Plant produces orange blooms; exact shade may vary plant to plant.
• Germination Disclaimer: Germination rates are tested under optimal conditions. Results may vary based on soil quality, temperature, moisture, and planting technique. Cold stratification is required for best results.
• Quantity Disclaimer: Seed count is approximate. Packets contain approximately 200 seeds; minor variance (±5%) is normal due to seed size variation during packaging.
• Sourced via Shopify Collective: This product is fulfilled by our trusted supplier partner. Shipping times and packaging may reflect the supplier's standard practices.

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