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Paronychia kapela subsp. serpyllifolia


Mossy Whitlow-wort

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.402.250


This is a bizarre little alpine plant, forming a low mat of tiny grey-green leaves. In summer the plant produces minute flowers surrounded by silvery bracts with the texture of tissue paper, and these remain on the plant well into the fall. Nice edging plant for a hot, sunny border, in the rock garden or in troughs. Needs good drainage. Plants are easily increased by dividing in early spring. Drought tolerant, once established. Evergreen.

Further details for
Paronychia kapela subsp. serpyllifolia

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  White
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
Foliage Color
  Grey Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Alpine & Rock
  Containers
  Drought Tolerant
  Edging
  Evergreen
  Ground Cover
Flower Head Size
  Very Small
Height
   2-4 cm
   1-2 inches
Spread
   20-30 cm
   8-12 inches
Foot Traffic
   Light

Growth Rate
   Slow
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.












Paronychia kapela subsp. serpyllifolia


Mossy Whitlow-wort

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.402.250


This is a bizarre little alpine plant, forming a low mat of tiny grey-green leaves. In summer the plant produces minute flowers surrounded by silvery bracts with the texture of tissue paper, and these remain on the plant well into the fall. Nice edging plant for a hot, sunny border, in the rock garden or in troughs. Needs good drainage. Plants are easily increased by dividing in early spring. Drought tolerant, once established. Evergreen.

Further details for
Paronychia kapela subsp. serpyllifolia

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  White
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
Foliage Color
  Grey Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Alpine & Rock
  Containers
  Drought Tolerant
  Edging
  Evergreen
  Ground Cover
Flower Head Size
  Very Small
Height
   2-4 cm
   1-2 inches
Spread
   20-30 cm
   8-12 inches
Foot Traffic
   Light

Growth Rate
   Slow
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.