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Acaena inermis
Also Known As
- Goose Leaf
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 3"-6"
- W: 24"-72"
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Acaena inermis plant details
Acaena inermis is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with blue and green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Acaena inermis
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: rosaceae
- Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 24 IN - 72 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in summer
- Uses: serrated leaves
GROWING CONDITIONS for Acaena inermis
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit
- Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained
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How to Grow Acaena inermis
Sun Exposure
- sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- semi-evergreen
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