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Asperula nitida ssp hirtella

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 2"-8"
  • W: 12"-20"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Asperula nitida ssp hirtella plant details

Asperula nitida ssp hirtella is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Asperula nitida ssp hirtella

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: rubiaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 20 IN - wide, 2 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Asperula nitida ssp hirtella

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: wind
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Piatek collection from Sultan Dagh at 2100m, glabrous cushions of dark green foliage, sessile clusters of long tubed rosy pink flowers, ya can't have too many Asperulas

Gardening facts about Asperula nitida ssp hirtella plant

How to Grow Asperula nitida ssp hirtella

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • wind tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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