Acantholimon hypochaerum

Also Known As

Acantholimon hypochoerum
Prickly Thrift

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2"-4"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

5a-9a

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Acantholimon hypochaerum plant details

Acantholimon hypochaerum is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acantholimon hypochaerum

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plumbaginaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 2 IN - 4 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: rock garden, spiky

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acantholimon hypochaerum

USDA Zones: 5a - 9a
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Piatek's 1998 collection from Bey Dag at 1900m where he found it growing on gravelly stony hills; white flowers on 10-15cm scapes above spiny cushions. ZONE 5