Silver Carpet
Native to the coastal plains of South Africa, Dymondia margaretae (Silver Carpet) is a slowly spreading evergreen perennial forming a dense silvery-green mat over time and choking out virtually all weeds. Growing no more than 1-3 in. tall (2-7 cm), its tiny and narrow, gray-green leaves curl slightly, exposing the white underside of the leaves and conferring a variegated look. Small yellow daisy flowers appear nestled amongst the foliage in summer. This hardy little plant tolerates foot traffic, making it a great choice for filling in around pavers in a garden walkway or replacing the lawn.
| Hardiness |
9 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
8 - 12 |
| Climate Zones | 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Compositae |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height |
1" - 3" (3cm - 8cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 20" (50cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Salt, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Pathways, Ground Covers, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |
| Hardiness |
9 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
8 - 12 |
| Climate Zones | 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Compositae |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height |
1" - 3" (3cm - 8cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 20" (50cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Salt, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Pathways, Ground Covers, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |
How many Dymondia margaretae (Silver Carpet) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Dymondia margaretae (Silver Carpet) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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