New Zealand burr. A vigorous creeping alpine with grey-blue leaves. Small round flowerheads are followed by dark red burrs. Max Height 10cm to 15cm. Max Spread 1m. Flowers July. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Acaena saccaticupula ‘Blue Haze’
A vigorous creeping alpine with grey-blue leaves. Small round flowerheads are followed by dark red burrs.
Additional information
| Generic | Acaena |
|---|---|
| Species | saccaticupula |
| Varietry | 'Blue Haze' |
| Common Name | New Zealand burr |
| Flower Colour | red |
| Soil | Light |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 10cm, 15cm |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Spread | 1m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Mat-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | grey, blue |
| Flowers From | July |
| Colour Fruit | |
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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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