Acaena microphylla
Description:
Very fast spreader, but dislikes wet soil. Excellent between pavers or as low thick carpet. Very tough and I love the foliage texture it can provide and the contrast to large leafed companions (i.e., Hostas).
Common Name: New Zealand Burr
Family: Rosaceae (The Rose Family)
Zone Hardiness: 3-9
Light: Full Sun
Height: under 4"
Width: 8-12"
Primary Bloom Colour: Bronzy-green
Secondary Bloom Colour: Red/copper burrs
Class: Evergreen
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Summer
Soil Moisture: Average, Dry, Drought Tolerant
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native:
Native Habitat:
Award:
Geogrpahical Origin: Asia and the Pacific - Australasia
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