In this new article we will talk about a ground cover plant of great interest, which perfectly defines the philosophy of sustainable gardening. Since it requires minimal maintenance.
Dymondia margaretae, from the Compositae family, popularly known as silver carpet, is native to the Cape region in South Africa. It is a rhizomatous plant that forms rosettes of leaves that densely cover the ground.
A species suitable for full sun areas and very low soil moisture levels. It is very drought resistant. It likes well-drained soils, indifferent to soil type, whether calcareous or siliceous.
It blooms sporadically throughout the year, but it is especially in spring when it blooms in great abundance. With flowers in the form of small yellow daisies. It reaches a maximum height of 5 centimeters, and slowly spreads sideways until reaching 30 centimeters.
Moderate cold resistance, as it belongs to zone number 9, with cold resistance down to -6°C.
Ornamentally it is interesting both for its form and for its foliage and flowering. The leaves are linear-lanceolate, slightly leathery, deep green on the upper side and silvery white on the underside due to its abundant tomentum. It is also suitable for rock gardens. It can be walked on, but moderately. Planting density: 6-8 plants/m2.
From Sala Graupera we recommend using this species to cover the ground.