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Exposurefull sun
Waterhigh
Typeperennial
Distribution
Mazus reptans
Chinese marshflower
Flower Colors
Description
A tiny, low-growing creeper which is nearly evergreen in sheltered spots. Tiny green leaves are covered in small blue, mauve, pink or white flowers in late spring-early summer.
Mature Height
0.5m
Mature Spread
0.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Ground Cover
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.3 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedPoorly-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H7
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 5-9
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
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Nov
Dec
Key Features
Rock gardenPatio and container plantsGround cover