MUEHLENBECKIA axillaris
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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
£16.50 each
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Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Southeastern Australia, New Zealand. -
DeciduousBroadly ovate to oblong or rounded mid-green leaves 5-10cm (2-4in) long.
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Yellow
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Cup-shaped
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Australian / New Zealand
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Entire
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Orbicular
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Ovate
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Height
20cm (8in) -
Spread
80cm (32in)
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Ground coverThese plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soilSmall, prostrate or spreading, many-branched shrub. Flowers are produced singly, or in pairs, from the leaf axils.
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) -
Scented flowers
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Full sun
Midday shade preferred - shelter from cold winds -
Partial shade
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Muehlenbeckia - Growing Guide
