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Azorella trifurcata

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Azorella trifurcata
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.

It does flower in 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.

Azorella trifurcata looks great when planted near rocks, it can be grown between pavers and can also be mass planted as a ground cover.

Azorella trifurcata foliage
Azorella trifurcata foliage

Care

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

Pruning

Generally nor required.

Propagation

Best by propagating by division of established clumps.

Varieties

A lower growing variety is identified as Azorella trifurcata nana.

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.


GENTIANA NURSERY Phone: (03) 9751 2163
38 Olinda-Monbulk Rd, Olinda VIC 3788

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