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Dymondia silver carpet (Dymondia margaretae) is a delightfully dense, drought tolerant, 1-2” (2.5 to 5 cm.)
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How to Plant Dymondia Ground Cover
- Water it regularly the first year. Don't over water in subsequent years.
- Deadhead the flowers after they have faded.
- Protect dymondia from frost.
- How do you plant Dymondia?
- How long does it take Dymondia to grow?
- How far does Dymondia spread?
- Can you walk on Dymondia Margaretae?
- Does Dymondia spread?
- Can you fertilize Dymondia?
- What is Silver Carpet ground cover?
- How do you propagate Dymondia?
- Does Kurapia attract bees?
- How deep are Dymondia roots?
- Do Gophers like silver carpet?
- Is Dymondia deer resistant?
How do you plant Dymondia?
Dymondia performs best in sandy, well-drained soil, and is easy to establish by planting flats, which are divided into small pieces and planted about 12 inches (30 cm.) apart. However, you can also plant seeds, or you can plant divisions from existing plants.
How long does it take Dymondia to grow?
Planted in plugs, it grows in 6-to-8-inch-tall mounds. The plugs form a solid ground cover in three to six months. With an occasional mow, it will be flat and foot friendly — and free of bees.
How far does Dymondia spread?
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. Grows only 1-3 in. tall (2-7 cm) and spreads 16-20 in. (40-50 cm).
Can you walk on Dymondia Margaretae?
A groundcover that performs like a rug you can walk on? Consider Dymondia margaretae, also known as Silver Carpet. This plant's foliage is unique and attractive with narrow leaves in a color combination of bluish-gray and green.
Does Dymondia spread?
Dymondia is slow growing but will spread a bit faster with regular irrigation. It will crowd out most weeds over time. In summertime, its yellow daisy flowers brighten up the landscape.
Can you fertilize Dymondia?
Fertilizers aren't necessary but can encourage tightly-matted and vigorous growth. For this, fertilize with an all-purpose, low-potency organic fertilizer. Feed the plants only once a year in late winter or early spring.
What is Silver Carpet ground cover?
Silver carpet is a ground-hugging perennial, growing 1-3 in. high and slowly spreading several feet wide. ... Native to South Africa, silver carpet has been introduced into California gardens as a ground cover for use in small spaces, between paving stones and for rock garden situations.
How do you propagate Dymondia?
Vegetative propagation is best done in late winter or early spring as the plant prepares for its new growth season. Tip cuttings can be made from shoots off the rhizomes and, with the aid of a rooting hormone, should root within 3-4 weeks. Place tip cuttings into well-drained sandy soil and keep moist but not wet.
Does Kurapia attract bees?
Kurapia has a long blooming period and grows small white flowers that are attractive to pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
How deep are Dymondia roots?
As with all plants, success with Dymondia requires adequate soil preparation. Till the soil to a depth of at least 10 inches, breaking up any hard areas and large clods. Remember, the roots need lots of room to roam.
Do Gophers like silver carpet?
Gophers, burrowing rodents that live under ground, will eat silver carpet roots and destroy the plant. If you have a gopher problem in your yard, avoid planting silver carpet as a ground cover.
Is Dymondia deer resistant?
This unusual plant forms a deep rooted tight mat 1 inch high, spreading slowly with 1 inch yellow daisy flowers half buried in foliage in summer. Full sun, quite drought tolerant and deer resistant. Much lower and tougher than gazania, it can handle light foot traffic.
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