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Raoulia hookeri

Also Known As

  • Scabweed
  • Scabweed Mat Daisy

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 1"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

Raoulia hookeri plant details

Raoulia hookeri is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with blue foliage. In summer cream and tan flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Raoulia hookeri

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 1 IN tall
Flowers: cream and tan blooms in summer
Uses: rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Raoulia hookeri

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Creeping 1 inch high evergreen mats of dense silvery white foliage. Plant requires sharply drained soil and protection from excessive winter moisture. New Zealand.

Gardening facts about Raoulia hookeri plant

How to Grow Raoulia hookeri

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • cream
    • tan
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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