LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Evergreen / Ground Cover
GROWTH HABIT
Spreading
BLOOM SEASON
Spring to Summer
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Ornamental
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Non-GMO
PLANT TYPE
Perennial Ground Cover
PLANTING SEASON
Spring / Early Summer
FRUIT SIZE
N/A
PLANT HEIGHT
4–12 inches
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun to Partial Shade
WATER NEEDS
Low to Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
4–10
CONTAINER GARDEN
No
PLANT SPACING
6–12 inches
PLANTING DEPTH
1–2 cm
GROWING CONDITIONS
Well-drained soil
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of garden areas suit spreading evergreen ground cover?
What type of garden areas suit spreading evergreen ground cover?
It is suited to slopes, banks, pathways, open landscapes, and other areas where a low-growing green cover is useful.
How does its spreading habit affect planting design?
How does its spreading habit affect planting design?
The plant develops outward rather than growing tall, so 6–12 inch spacing provides room for the ground-covering habit to develop.
Can it be planted around rocks in a landscape?
Can it be planted around rocks in a landscape?
Yes. The product suggests combining it with rocks or other ground covers to create layered landscaping designs.
How much water does established spreading evergreen need?
How much water does established spreading evergreen need?
The product lists low to moderate water needs and notes that it becomes drought-tolerant once established.
Why should seedlings be protected from foot traffic?
Why should seedlings be protected from foot traffic?
Young plants need time to establish their spreading growth. Heavy traffic can disturb developing seedlings before they become established.
Is this ground cover suitable for small decorative planting areas?
Is this ground cover suitable for small decorative planting areas?
It can work in outdoor landscape areas where a low, spreading evergreen form is desired, although the product does not recommend containers.