New Zealand burr. A compact mat-forming evergreen alpine. Leaves bronze-tinged with bright red burrs. Max Height 3cm. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers July to September. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Acaena microphylla ‘Kupferteppich’ Copper Carpet
A compact mat-forming evergreen alpine. Leaves bronze-tinged with bright red burrs.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
Generic | Acaena |
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Species | microphylla |
Varietry | 'Kupferteppich' Copper Carpet |
Common Name | New Zealand burr |
Flower Colour | red |
Soil | Light |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 3cm |
Family | Rosaceae |
Spread | 60cm |
Growth Speed | Fast |
Growth Habit | Mat-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | bronze |
Flowers From | July, September |
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Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Rock garden |
Toxicity | |
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