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Pimelia prostrata.
Excellent native very prostrate ground cover with small grey-green leaves on long stems. A mass of creamy white flowers in spring cover the plant, with a smattering of flowers throughout summer. Good for draping over walls and rocks. Best in a sunny warm site with very well drained soil. Tolerates dry. Hardy to cold.
Genus
Pimelia
Species
prostrata.
Cultivar
Common name
NZ Daphne
Family name
Thymelaeaceae
Place of origin
New Zealand
DETAILS
Height
10 cm
Width
60 cm
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types / Needs well drained soil
Moisture
Prefers dry soil
Exposure
Grows in sun or semi-shade / Tolerates coastal sites / Will tolerate very hard frosts.
Indigenous / Sanctuary / Texture / Whimsical
Shrubs
Category
Prostrate or creeping.
Availability
Please go to our current Monthly Stock List, to check if this plant is likely to be available.
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