Acaena microphylla (Bronze New Zealand Burr)


Botanical Information

FamilyRosaceae
GenusAcaena
Speciesmicrophylla
CategoryPerennials
Pronunciation

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone6-8
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height5-10 cm
Spread30-60 cm
GrowthFast

Description and Growing Information

LandscapeA good choice for between flagstones, as an edging or lawn substitute. Although nice in the rock garden, plants can grow beyond where they are wanted, so keep a firm upper hand.
CultivationGrow in moderately fertile well-drained soil in sun or partial shade. Evergreen in mild winter regions. May be clipped back in early spring. Easily divided in early fall or spring. Excellent cover for small spring-flowering bulbs of all kinds.
HabitatNew Zealand
Leaf DescriptionSmall compound blue-green to copper coloured leaves.
Flower DescriptionSmall spherical flower clusters are followed by soft red burrs to 2cm across.

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