Azorella trifurcata

This is an unusual evergreen ground cover plant, Azorella trifurcata is grown for its deep green textured foliage. It is very low growing and requires little care or maintenance once established.

Over time it forms a dense mat of foliage. It has a natural creeping habit, however it is a slow grower and in no way invasive in our garden.

Good drainage is essential no matter what type of soil it grows in. It is not a plant that is suited to foot traffic.

Flowering time in late spring to summer with masses of very small yellow flowers.

It makes a good alternative to Scleranthus biflorus as it is easier too grow.

Azorella trifurcata Landscaping Uses

An excellent evergreen ground cover plant, use it in rock gardens, the general garden border or grow it in containers.

This low growing evergreen plant has great texture and looks great when planted near rocks, it can be grown between pavers and can also be mass planted as a ground cover.

Azorella trifurcata Care

Once planted this is a very low care plant. Apply a little extra water regularlythrough the first summer may be beneficial, however once established this will not be required in cool to temperate climates.

• Soil
  A well drained humus rich soil is best.
• Position
  Full sun to a little afternoon light shade.
• Watering
  In hot dry climates some extra watering in summer may be needed. Never let the soil get wet and soggy. Allow the soil to dry between waterings.
• Fertilizer
  A little slow release organic fertiliser in spring or liquid fertiliser, again in spring and repeated in summer.

Pruning

Generally is not required.

Propagation

Best by propagating by division of established clumps.

Varieties

A lower growing variety is identified as A. trifurcata nana.

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• Scleranthus
• Creeping Thyme
• Rhodanthemum

Summary Information

• Botanical Name – Azorella trifurcata (syn Bolax glebaria)
• Common Names – Emerald Carpet, Cushion Bolax.
• Country of Origin – Chile
• Climate Zones – temperate to cool
• Position – Full sun to part shade
• Soil – Well drained sandy soils to humus rich.
• Height – Generally to around .1m (4 inches)
• Spread – Will spread to around 1 metres over time.
• Growth Rate – Slow to Medium
• Foliage – Green.
• Flowers – Very small yellow flowers .
• Flowering Time – Mainly summer.
• Frost tolerant – Moderate
• Drought tolerant – Moderate to good.

Azorella trifurcata is available for sale from the following nurseries.

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