New Zealand burr. A compact mat-forming evergreen alpine. Leaves bronze-tinged with bright round maroon flowers. Max Height 5cm. Max Spread 15cm. Flowers July to September. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Acaena inermis
A compact mat-forming evergreen alpine. Leaves bronze-tinged with bright round maroon flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Acaena |
|---|---|
| Species | inermis |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | New Zealand burr |
| Flower Colour | maroon |
| Soil | Light |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 5cm |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Spread | 15cm |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Mat-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | bronze |
| Flowers From | July, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Rock garden |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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