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Pimelea prostrata

Also Known As

New Zealand Daphne

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 2"
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

9a-10a

Pimelea prostrata plant details

Pimelea prostrata is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with blue foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pimelea prostrata

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: thymelaeaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen blue
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 IN tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: edging plant, fragrant, spreading

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pimelea prostrata

USDA Zones: 9a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Spreading, evergreen groundcover, to only a few inches tall and spreading to 2-3 ft wide, slowly forming a mat of tiny, very bright, pale blue leaves with, in summer, clusters of tiny, fragrant, white flowers atop the foliage. A charming plant for spilling over walls or along walkways in full sun to part shade and well-drained soil where roots can be kept cool. Appreciates summer water but tolerates some summer drought once established. Frost hardy to 20 °F, USDA zone 9, in a protected spot, and possibly lower with good drainage.