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Acaena magellanica

Also Known As

  • Buzzy Burr
  • Cadillo
  • Greater Burnet

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 2"-4"
  • W: 12"-36"

planting zones

  • 6a-10b

Acaena magellanica plant details

Acaena magellanica is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with blue foliage. In spring and summer red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and rich soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acaena magellanica

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 2 IN - 4 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring and summer
Uses: serrated leaves

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acaena magellanica

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: average and rich

Gardening facts about Acaena magellanica plant

How to Grow Acaena magellanica

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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