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Scleranthus biflorus
Also Known As
- Australian Astroturf
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 3"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 9a-11
Scleranthus biflorus plant details
Scleranthus biflorus is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with chartreuse and green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular - low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Scleranthus biflorus
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: caryophyllaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen chartreuse and green
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 3 IN tall
- Flowers: white blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, edging plant, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Scleranthus biflorus
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Wish you could grow moss in your dry garden IN FULL SUN!?! Well, ladies & gents, now you can! Scleranthus biflorus (ugly name - cool plant) is here to help you. Looking just like a cute little tuffet of soft green moss, this groundcover forms a mound about 3” high & 1’ wide. And this guy keeps his green even when it is dry, sunny & hot. Native to Australia, it has practically invisible little white flowers but this plant is all about the foliage. Looks great clinging to stones in the garden, its form hugs the hard edges nicely. Create your own Japanese moss garden without the high water bill!
Mat or cushion forming creeper. Shallow rooted. Not too wet or dry.
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Gardening facts about Scleranthus biflorus plant
How to Grow Scleranthus biflorus
Sun Exposure
- sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- regular - low
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- chartreuse
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
7a-8b
Size
Height: 1"
Width: 12"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 4"-6"
Width: 6"-12"
- mostly sun
- even moisture
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