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Exposurefull sun
Waterhigh
Typeperennial
Phyla nodiflora
Frogfruit Lippia
Flower Colors
Description
A mat-forming perennial to around 15cm high, with a woody base, creeping stems up to 90cm long, and oval to spoon-shaped leaves that are serrated at the tips. Dense flowerheads, with a purple centre surrounded by tiny white flowers, are borne on slender stalks above the foliage from mid to late summer
Mature Height
0.5m
Mature Spread
1m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Ground CoverCascading
Growth Speed
Slow · 0.1 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedPoorly-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H6
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Drought resistantGenerally pest-freeCottage and informal gardenPatio and container plantshanging basketBanks and slopesGround cover
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| VS9773Q | €7.65 | |
| VS9773P | €3.22 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.