Acaena saccaticupula 'Blue Haze' (Blue Haze Goose Leaf)


Botanical Information

FamilyRosaceae
GenusAcaena
Speciessaccaticupula
Cultivar'Blue Haze'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (evergreen)
Pronunciation

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone6
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone5 - 6a
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7 - H6
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-23 - (-18)
Temperature (°F)-10 - 0
Height15 cm
Spread30 - 40 cm
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodJuly, August

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionA low-growing herb with many flowers.
LandscapeWorks very well as groundcover, as they are tolerant of some foot traffic. It is important to take care, however, as they can grow vigorously and smother neighbours.
PropagationPropagate by division of rooted stems or by seed in autumn or spring.
CultivationGrow in full sun or light shade in well-drained soils. As extensive frosts can cause the A. saccaticupula to lose its leaves cold climate protection is recommended.
PestsNo notable pest or disease problems.
Notable SpecimensWakehurst Place, Ardingly, Haywards Heath, Sussex, England.
HabitatHorticultural origin.

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