Suited to regions: | Subtropical, Temperate |
Plant type: | Groundcovers |
Height: | 10 cm |
Spread: | 50 cm |
Flowering time: | Spring, Summer |
Tolerances: | |
Garden uses: | Borders, Containers, Ground covering, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas |
Garden styles: | Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, Tropical |
Easy to grow? | Yes |
Maintenance requirements | Low |
Growth rate | Medium |
Pratia ‘Country Park’ is a NZ native that is often grown as a hardy ground cover. The small leaves on this plant give the appearance of a lush, green carpet. It becomes adorned with masses of small, china-blue flowers from spring through until autumn. It typically grows to 10 cm tall and will spread to 50 cm over 2-3 years, though it can be cut back as needed. Best performance with this plant is achieved when it is grown in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of dry periods and light frost once established. Pratia ‘Country Park’ is commonly used as a ground cover, grown an alternative to a grass lawn, included in and cottage gardens, or planted between paving stones and the like. It also looks amazing when grown in a hanging basket and allowed to trail over the sides.
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