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MUEHLENBECKIA axillaris
Commonly known as Wire vine
Small dark green leaves on this groundcover plant which forms a tight low-lying mat and is useful for covering rockery areas
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Deciduous - broadly oval to oblong or rounded mid-green leaves 5-10cm (2-4in) long.
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Yellow -
Height - 20cm (8in) -
Spread - 80cm (32in)
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Ground cover - These plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soil - small, prostrate or spreading, many-branched shrub. Flowers are produced singly, or in pairs, from the leaf axils.
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Hardy - average winter - Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Full sun - midday shade preferred - shelter from cold winds -
Partial shade -
Additional Features - Pests & Diseases - - none -
Place of origin - southeastern Australia, New Zealand. -
Flower Shape - Cup-shaped -
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Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -
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Scented Plants - Scented flowers -
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Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
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Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil -
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Muehlenbeckia - Growing Guide
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