Botanical Name: Dymondia margaretae
Common Name: Dymondia Type of Plant: dicot: groundcover Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape low, spreading plant forming rosettes of gazania-like foliage in a dense mat; creates a very dense effect which crowds out weeds and tolerates light foot traffic Height 2-3" Spread 1-2' Growth Rate slow to moderate Environment: Exposure outdoor full sun Soil prefers a fairly light soil with good drainage Hardiness tolerates some frost (Zones 15 through 24) Morphology: Leaves narrow, linear leaves olive-green above, silvery white beneath, to 2" long, 1/8" wide Flowers 1" to 1-1/2" wide, yellow daisy flowers found half-buried in foliage; blooms in warm season Fruit inconspicuous achene Propagation: produces offsets; division Usage: low groundcover, works well between stepping stones, in rock gardens, in miniature landscapes Landscape Care: Watering tolerates drought, but grows faster with regular water Fertilizing slow-release at planting time, slow-release in spring Pruning control spread as necessary Pests/Diseases none Special Conditions/Other none Origin: South Africa Family: Asteraceae Notes: |
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