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Globularia repens

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

  • H: 1"-2"
  • W: 6"-18"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Globularia repens plant details

Globularia repens is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in alkaline, average, clay, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Globularia repens

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 1 IN - 2 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring
Uses: rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Globularia repens

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: alkaline, average, clay, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Rock garden sub-shrub native to the mountains of SE Europe, small with a creeping habit creating a 1-2” tall mat of congested, evergreen foliage to perhaps 6” wide. Blue button flowers are small but showy on short stems above the foliage in late spring. Needs well drained neutral to alkaline soil in full sun to light shade. Lovely growing from chinks in rock walls. Carefree, low maintenance.

Gardening facts about Globularia repens plant

How to Grow Globularia repens

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • alkaline
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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