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| Plant Number: 1.168.150 | USDA Zone: 6 - 9 |
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 | Cotula hispida |
| Common name : Silver Cotula |
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| A cute and unusual little alpine plant, this forms a low cushion of ferny silver-grey leaves, resembling Silver Mound Artemisia. In late spring taller wiry stems appear, bearing yellow button flowers for several weeks. Best grown in a well-drained rock garden, gravel scree, or trough container. Avoid heavy clay soils, as this dislikes winter wet. Tolerates drought once established. Evergreen in mild winter areas, plants may be lightly pruned or tidied in spring. Native to South Africa, but possibly hardy in Zone 5 or colder.
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Conditions |
Appearance |
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Soil Type
Sandy
Soil pH
Neutral
Alkaline
Acid
Soil Moisture
Average
Dry
Care Level
Moderate
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Flower Colour
Yellow
Blooming Time
Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Spring
Foliage Color
Grey Green
Silver
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Alpine & Rock
Containers
Drought Tolerant
Edging
Evergreen
Flower Head Size
Very Small
Height
5-10 cm
2-4 inches
Spread
25-30 cm
10-12 inches
Foot Traffic
None
Growth Rate
Medium
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