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Disphyma australe (NZ Ice Plant)

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Disphyma australe, commonly known as the NZ Native Ice Plant, is a fast-growing groundcover that is found naturally along coast lines. Plants carry thick and succulent leaves which enable it to survive extended periods of dry. It features pale pink and white flowers in summer that open and close with the sun. This succulent typically grows to 20 cm tall and 50 cm wide. Disphyma australe is commonly used as a groundcover where it can grow over rocks or planted to spill over the edge of retaining walls. It is often included in coastal plantings to help retain sand.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Succulents
Height: 20 cm
Spread: 50 cm
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Rock
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Juniperus procumbens Nana

Juniperus procumbens Nana, commonly known as the Japanese Juniper, is a ground hugging conifer that forms a carpet of blue-green, needle-like leaves. The foliage is held densely on prostrate branches as it grows to 30 cm tall and 1.5 m wide. Juniperus procumbens Nana is commonly used as an attractive groundcover, included in rock gardens, grown around the base of large trees, used in borders, mass planted on a bank, or generally included where a hardy, ground covering plant is required.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Groundcover Plants
Height: 30 cm
Spread: 1.50 m
Tolerances: Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Banks, Borders, Paths & Steps
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
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