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Carex Moon Falls

Description:Carex Moon Falls is a striking, evergreen ornamental grass with cascading foliage that features vibrant green leaves accented by creamy white margins. Its elegant, fountain-like form adds texture and movement to gardens, making it ideal for borders, mass plantings, or container displays. Low maintenance and versatile, this grass thrives in a variety of growing conditions. Flowers:Delicate flower spikes appear in late spring to summer, rising above the foliage. While subtle, these flowers add a touch of seasonal interest without detracting from the plant's striking leaves. Foliage:The standout feature of Carex Moon Falls is its narrow, arching leaves with bright green centers and creamy white edges. The variegated foliage creates year-round visual appeal and adds a soft, cascading effect to garden spaces. Fruit:Carex Moon Falls is grown for its foliage rather than its fruit, which is insignificant in ornamental value. Form and Size:This ornamental grass forms a neat, mounding clump, typically reaching 30–40 cm in height and 40–50 cm in width. Its compact size and graceful habit make it suitable for small gardens or as a textural accent in larger landscapes. Growing Conditions: Position: Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Partial shade is preferred in hotter climates to prevent leaf scorching. Soil: Grows well in moist, well-drained soils but is adaptable to a variety of soil types, including sandy and clay soils. Watering: Requires regular watering during establishment and benefits from consistent moisture to maintain its lush appearance. Climate: Well-suited to temperate and subtropical climates. Tolerates light frost but performs best in mild conditions. Uses:Perfect for softening garden edges, Carex Moon Falls is ideal for mass planting, rockeries, and borders. It also works beautifully in containers, where its cascading foliage can spill gracefully over the edges. Its texture and variegation make it a great choice for contemporary garden designs. Maintenance: Requires minimal care. Trim back old foliage in late winter to encourage fresh growth in spring. Apply a slow-release, general-purpose fertilizer in early spring to maintain vigor and color. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Notes:Carex Moon Falls is a low-maintenance ornamental grass that provides year-round structure and interest. Its cascading form makes it a perfect choice for softening hard landscaping or adding movement to mixed plantings. Companion Plants:Pair with other ornamental grasses, such as Lomandra or Pennisetum, for a layered textural effect. Combine with flowering perennials like Salvias, Sedums, or Agapanthus for complementary color and form. Common Name: Moon Falls CarexBotanical Name: Carex oshimensis 'Moon Falls'Family: CyperaceaeOrigin: Garden cultivar

Alternanthera Little Ruby

Description: Alternanthera 'Little Ruby', commonly known as Little Ruby Alternanthera, is a striking evergreen groundcover prized for its vibrant, deep burgundy foliage. This compact plant is particularly valued for its colorful foliage and low-maintenance nature, making it an excellent choice for garden beds, borders, and containers. Flowers: Blooms: The plant produces small, inconspicuous white flowers in summer. While the flowers are not significant for ornamental value, they add a delicate touch to the foliage. Fragrance: The flowers have no notable fragrance. Foliage: Leaves: The leaves are small, oval, and deep burgundy to dark purple, providing a rich and vibrant appearance year-round. The foliage's intense color makes it a standout in any garden setting. Seasonal Color: The foliage maintains its deep burgundy color throughout the year, adding continuous visual interest. Fruit: Fruit: The plant rarely produces noticeable fruit. The primary ornamental value lies in its foliage. Form and Size: Size: Typically grows 30-40 cm tall and 60-90 cm wide, forming a dense, low-growing mat. Habit: Low-growing and spreading, making it suitable for various landscape uses as a groundcover or in mixed plantings. Growing Conditions: Climate: Thrives in tropical to subtropical climates and is suitable for various regions in Australia. It can tolerate light frosts but prefers warmer conditions. Soil: Prefers well-draining, fertile soils but can adapt to a variety of soil types, including sandy and loamy soils. Avoid waterlogged conditions. Sunlight: Best grown in full sun to partial shade. Full sun promotes the best foliage color, while partial shade is tolerated. Watering: Regular watering during the establishment phase is crucial. Once established, it benefits from consistent moisture but can tolerate short periods of drought. Uses: Groundcover: Highly valued as a groundcover for its low, spreading habit and vibrant foliage. Borders and Edging: Ideal for creating colorful borders and edging in garden beds. Containers: Perfect for pots and containers, adding a splash of color to patios, balconies, and small gardens. Mixed Plantings: Suitable for mixed plantings and garden beds, providing a contrasting color to green-leaved plants. Maintenance: Pruning: Trim back occasionally to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Pinching back tips promotes denser foliage. Fertilizing: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to promote healthy growth and vibrant foliage color. Pests and Diseases: Generally pest and disease-resistant. Monitor for common pests such as aphids and spider mites. Good air circulation and proper watering practices help prevent fungal diseases. Notes: Hardiness: Hardy in USDA zones 9-11. In cooler regions of Australia, provide protection from severe frost to prevent damage to new growth. Companion Plants: Pair with other colorful perennials and annuals such as coleus, petunias, and marigolds to create a vibrant and diverse garden display. Propagation: Propagate by softwood cuttings in spring or by division. Alternanthera 'Little Ruby' Common Name: Little Ruby Alternanthera Botanical Name: Alternanthera dentata 'Little Ruby' Family: Amaranthaceae Origin: Native to Central and South America, cultivated variety of Alternanthera

Carissa Desert Star

Description:Carissa 'Desert Star', commonly known as Desert Star, is a compact, evergreen shrub prized for its glossy, dark green foliage and fragrant, star-shaped white flowers. This hardy and drought-tolerant plant is ideal for low-maintenance gardens, borders, and container plantings. Its dense growth and rounded form make it an excellent choice for hedging or ground cover in both coastal and inland gardens. Flowers:In spring and summer, 'Desert Star' produces small, white, star-shaped flowers with a delightful fragrance. These blooms appear intermittently throughout the year, especially in warm climates, attracting bees and other pollinators to the garden. Foliage:The plant features small, leathery, dark green leaves that are glossy and dense, creating a lush appearance year-round. The foliage remains vibrant even in hot, dry conditions, making it perfect for xeriscaping. Fruit:Occasionally, 'Desert Star' may produce small, oval, red fruit that matures to black. These berries are primarily ornamental but can attract birds to the garden. Form and Size:This shrub has a naturally compact, rounded growth habit, reaching a height of about 0.5 to 1 meter and a spread of approximately 1 meter. Its dense form and low height make it ideal for borders, small hedges, or ground cover. Growing Conditions:Desert Star thrives in full sun to partial shade and is highly adaptable to a range of soil types, including sandy and well-draining clay soils. It is drought-tolerant once established but benefits from occasional watering during prolonged dry spells. This variety also tolerates coastal conditions and is resistant to salt spray, making it suitable for seaside gardens. Uses:This versatile plant is perfect for low-maintenance landscapes, borders, rock gardens, and container plantings. It also works well as a low hedge or ground cover in dry, sunny locations. The fragrant flowers and attractive foliage make it a great addition to Mediterranean-style and coastal gardens. Maintenance:This variety is low-maintenance and easy to care for. Light pruning after flowering helps maintain its shape and encourage dense growth. Fertilize with a slow-release, balanced fertilizer in early spring to promote healthy foliage and blooms. It is generally pest and disease-resistant. Notes:Desert Star is valued for its drought tolerance, compact form, and fragrant flowers. Its resilience and adaptability make it a popular choice for gardeners looking to create water-wise, low-maintenance gardens. Companion Plants:Pairs well with other drought-tolerant plants like Lavender, Westringia, and Grevillea. It also complements ornamental grasses and succulents for a cohesive, water-wise garden design. Common Name: Desert StarBotanical Name: Carissa 'Desert Star'Family: ApocynaceaeOrigin: South Africa