Pimelea prostrata

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Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
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Pimelea prostrata, Riceflower, New Zealand Daphne, Pimelea prostrata For Sale, Strathmore Weed

Pimelea prostrata, commonly known as the Riceflower or NZ Daphne, is a NZ native, ground covering plant. It features small, grey-blue leaves which are held densely on prostrate stems. The foliage becomes adorned with tiny, white, fragrant flowers from spring through autumn which are followed by white berries. This evergreen typically grows to 10 cm tall and 70 cm wide. Pimelea prostrata is commonly used as a groundcover, used in rock gardens, added to coastal plantings, or planted on a bank where it can also help with protecting the soil. It looks impressive when planted so it can spill out onto a path or over a wall.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Groundcover Plants
Height:	10 cm
Spread:	70 cm
Flowering time:	Spring, Autumn, Winter
Tolerances:	Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses:	Banks, Borders, Paths & Steps
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Rock
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Pimelea prostrata, Riceflower, New Zealand Daphne, Pimelea prostrata For Sale, Strathmore Weed

Pimelea prostrata Details

Pimelea prostrata, commonly known as the Riceflower or NZ Daphne, is a NZ native, ground covering plant. It features small, grey-blue leaves which are held densely on prostrate stems. The foliage becomes adorned with tiny, white, fragrant flowers from spring through autumn which are followed by white berries. This evergreen typically grows to 10 cm tall and 70 cm wide, performing best when planted in full sun on a well-drained site. It will tolerate wind, periods of dry, moderate frost, and coastal conditions. Pimelea prostrata is commonly used as a groundcover, used in rock gardens, added to coastal plantings, or planted on a bank where it can also help with protecting the soil. It looks impressive when planted so it can spill out onto a path or over a wall.