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Silver Carpet

Dense mats of narrow leaves make a good lawn substitute. Especially effective between pavers or stepping stones. Bright, tiny flowers are a bonus. Uses less water than a grass lawn and tolerates moderate foot traffic. Drought tolerant once established.

Companion Plants

Red Hot Poker

Tickseed

Yarrow

Plant Details

  • Common name

    Silver Carpet

  • Botanical name

    Dymondia margaretae

  • Variety

    na

  • Zone

    USDA Zone 9 (20°F) to USDA Zone 11 (40°F).

  • Light

    Sun

  • Height

    2-6" (5-15 cm)

  • Habit

    Ground cover

  • Feed

    Use all-purpose

  • Water

    Weekly during dry spells

  • Bloom Color

    Yellow

  • Bloom Time

    Summer

  • Maintenance

    Keep weed-free

This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:

  • Irene B.'s collection