Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Characteristics
Blue green foliage spreading habit
Growth Habit
Low spreading
Bloom Season
Summer
Flavour Profile
Not applicable
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Open pollinated
Plant Type
Ornamental ground cover plant
Planting Season
Spring
Fruit Size
Not applicable
Plant Height
5 to 10 cm
Light Requirement
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water Needs
Low to moderate
Hardiness Zones
Cold to temperate climates
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
30 to 40 cm
Planting Depth
Surface sow
Growing Conditions
Well drained soil
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Acaena caesiiglauca different from other ground cover plants?
What makes Acaena caesiiglauca different from other ground cover plants?
Its finely textured blue-gray foliage forms a dense, low-growing carpet that adds year-round interest to the landscape.
Can Acaena caesiiglauca be grown in rock gardens and between stepping stones?
Can Acaena caesiiglauca be grown in rock gardens and between stepping stones?
Yes, it thrives in rock gardens, alpine beds, gravel landscapes, and between paving stones with well-drained soil.
Will the foliage remain attractive throughout the growing season?
Will the foliage remain attractive throughout the growing season?
Yes, the compact blue-gray foliage provides long-lasting texture and ornamental appeal for much of the year.
Can Acaena caesiiglauca be used as a living ground cover?
Can Acaena caesiiglauca be used as a living ground cover?
Yes, its spreading habit makes it an excellent choice for covering open spaces, borders, and slopes.
Do bees and other beneficial insects visit the flowers?
Do bees and other beneficial insects visit the flowers?
Yes, the small flowers may attract bees and other beneficial pollinating insects during the blooming season.
Does this perennial return each growing season?
Does this perennial return each growing season?
Yes, healthy plants can produce fresh foliage and continue spreading year after year under suitable growing conditions.