Ground Ivy. An evergreen perennial with trailing stems of soft pale green leaves with scalloped margins. Clusters of tubular lilac-mauve flowers. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 2m. Flowers June to August. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Glechoma hederacea
An evergreen perennial with trailing stems of soft pale green leaves with scalloped margins. Clusters of tubular lilac-mauve flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Glechoma |
|---|---|
| Species | hederacea |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Ground Ivy |
| Flower Colour | lilac, mauve |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 15cm |
| Family | Labiatae |
| Spread | 2m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Trailing |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Ground cover |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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