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Groundcovers

Pratia ‘Blue star creeper’

Pratia Pedunculata

A Mat-forming ground cover. Creating, dense carpet of green foliage with small light blue flowers.

Quick Care Summary

Light Partial sun / shade
Water Moderate
Mature size +/- 40cm x 15cm High
Frost Frost hardy
Difficulty Easy
Flowering Spring and summer.

How to Grow and Care

  • It spread quickly through underground stolon's,
  • Forming a dense carpet that can with stand light foot traffic.
  • Ideal for between steppingstones or garden border edges.

Best Uses

  • Hanging Basket
  • Outdoor garden
  • Standing Plant pot /container

Growth and Size

  • Height: 5cm
  • Width: +/- 40cm
  • Growth rate: Fast
  • Foliage: Light Green

Climate Suitability

  • Soil condition: Good, aerated compost rich soil.
  • Temperature: Cool & humid.
  • Temperature: Hardy & versatile.
  • Watering: Hardy & versatile.

Maintenance Level

  • Low maintenance.
  • Occasional pruning
  • Prepare soil properly with compost and fertilizer before planting to improve air circulation and root growth.
  • Pruning: Trim any leggy or overgrown branches to encourage new growth and maintain a tidy appearance and keep neet between steppingstones.
  • Fertilization: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer during spring to support vigorous growth.

Additional Information

  • Also called Lobelia pedunculata
  • Native to Southern Australia
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