Leptinella Squalida is a low-growing, spreading plant that forms a green mat. Grown in 4.5" pots, it turns bronze in winter and produces yellow flowers in June-July. Ideal for zones 4-9.
Leptinella squalida, also known as green brass buttons, is a low-growing, evergreen groundcover plant native to New Zealand. It is a member of the daisy family and has feathery, gray-green leaves that form a dense mat. In the spring, it produces small, yellow flowers.
Green brass buttons is a hardy plant that is easy to care for. It is drought-tolerant and can withstand some foot traffic. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.
Green brass buttons is a versatile plant that can be used in a variety of landscape applications. It is a good choice for rock gardens, borders, and pathways. It can also be used as a lawn substitute in areas with light foot traffic.
Here are some tips for planting and caring for green brass buttons:
- Plant in full sun to partial shade.
- Water regularly, especially during the first year after planting.
- Fertilize once a year in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Divide every few years to keep the plant healthy and prevent it from becoming overcrowded.
Green brass buttons is a low-maintenance plant that is a good choice for gardeners of all skill levels. It is a beautiful and versatile plant that can add interest and color to any landscape.
Here are some additional details about green brass buttons:
- Size: 1-2 inches tall and 12-18 inches wide
- Bloom time: Spring
- Hardiness zones: 4-9
- Soil: Well-drained
- Water: Regular, especially during the first year
- Fertilizer: Once a year in the spring
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
Growing Zones: 4-11 outdoors
- Mature Height:
- 2-3 ft.
- Sunlight:
- Full Partial
- Mature Width:
- 1-2 ft.
- Botanical Name:
- Pelargonium citronellum
- Growth Rate:
- Fast
