Acaena microphylla

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
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Scarlet Piripiri

Acaena microphylla is a ground cover forming a dense carpet of green-bronze leaves to about 10 cm tall and 1 m wide. Bright red, burr-like flower heads appear during summer and autumn. Used as ground cover beside walkways, in rock gardens, amongst paving stones and boulders, in containers, or at the base of larger plants.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Groundcover Plants
Height:	10 cm
Spread:	1.00 m
Flowering time:	Summer, Autumn
Tolerances:	Coastal, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses:	Borders, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Rock
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Scarlet Piripiri
Sku	10564

Growing Acaena microphylla Successfully in NZ

Thrives in well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Suitable for NZ gardens with dry or rocky conditions.

Acaena microphylla Care Tips

Water moderately and prune to remove dead material. Mulch to conserve moisture and control weeds.

Plant Size and Spacing

Grows to 10 cm tall and 1 m wide. Space plants 30 to 50 cm apart for dense ground coverage.

Why Buy Acaena microphylla from The Plant Company

We supply healthy nursery-grown Acaena microphylla with expert growing advice and free NZ-wide delivery. Perfect for groundcover in gardens and paths.

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