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Schizocentron elegans

Spanish Shawl

Schizocentron elegans, commonly known as Spanish Shawl, is a low growing, herbaceous perennial often used as a groundcover. It forms a mat of green leaves as it grows to 10 cm tall and 70 cm wide. It produces striking, magenta-coloured flowers through spring and summer. Best performance with this plant is achieved when it is planted on a well-drained site in full sun or partial shade, protected from frost. Schizocentron elegans is commonly used as a groundcover, included in tropical or cottage gardens, planted to either trail over the edge of a container or spill across onto a path.

Schizocentron elegans growing over a rock with lush, dark green leaves and dark pink flowers.
Ground cover plant Schizocentron elegans with dark green leaves and pink flowers.
Ground cover plant Schizocentron elegans growing over a rock.
Schizocentron elegans dark pink flowers.

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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Perennials
Height:10 cm
Spread:70 cm
Flowering time:Spring, Summer
Tolerances:
Garden uses:Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asSpanish Shawl
Sku12537

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