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Muehlenbeckia ephedroides

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

  • H: 18"
  • W: 10'

planting zones

  • 7b-10b

Muehlenbeckia ephedroides plant details

Muehlenbeckia ephedroides is a broadleaf deciduous groundcover shrub with green foliage. In summer flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Muehlenbeckia ephedroides

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: polygonaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT wide, 18 IN tall
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow

GROWING CONDITIONS for Muehlenbeckia ephedroides

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

From rocky riverbank terraces of New Zealand's south island comes our selection of what looks more like a blue stemmed broom then wire grass. Mounding or spilling to about 18" x well, really wide. Superb container or wall plant. Full to part sun, easy care, but prefers a bit of summer water where dry. Zone 8, probably into 7.

Gardening facts about Muehlenbeckia ephedroides plant

How to Grow Muehlenbeckia ephedroides

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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