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I thought I would use this plant in a hanging planter, but it was too big so I found a nice sized clay pot. It did really well here in the north woods of Wisconsin. I decided to plant it on the side of the house for over the winter. Don't think it will survive, but didn't want to just dump it. So far even as it is getting cooler it's still thriving.
Small Leaf Creeping Wire Vine Muehlenbeckia axillaris
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Details
Features
Twining growth with dark stems and light green leaves
Award WinnerAdaptable As HouseplantFoliage InterestDeadheading Not NecessaryCharacteristics
Plant Type:AnnualHeight Category:ShortGarden Height:4 - 6 InchesSpacing:18 - 24 InchesSpread:18 - 24 InchesFlower Colors:WhiteFlower Shade:WhiteFoliage Colors:GreenFoliage Shade:Dark GreenHabit:TrailingContainer Role:SpillerPlant Needs
Light Requirement:Part Sun to SunThe optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Maintenance Category:EasyBloom Time:Grown for FoliageHardiness Zones:8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10bWater Category:AverageUses:ContainerUses Notes:Use in containers, beds, and as a ground cover
Maintenance Notes:Easy Care.
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11 Reviews
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Steven Bonderski, Wisconsin, United States, 2 years ago
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This is an attractive plant adding texture in the garden. I planted it in 2017 on Vancouver Island; thru this mild winter it hasn't missed a beat. Planted it in sandy soil near some cedar trees with part sun. Very easy care, may plant more.
Kathleen Pearce, British Columbia, Canada, 5 years ago -
My NEW favorite discovery this year - the majority of my containers are now using this wonderful plant as a spiller. LOVE IT and will recommend it to all my gardening friends!!
Jayne Spooner, Minnesota, United States, 9 years ago -
We planted this as a ground cover at our home in North Bonneville, WA in the Gorge. We like the dark green color and the tight growth of the leaves. This home is in a windy area--we appreciate that this plant hugs the ground and does not collect leaf debris as other ground covers (even some in our yard) do.
Roxane Russell, Washington, United States, 9 years ago -
This is a great shade groundcover for North Texas - specifically Dallas. Survived the heat last summer and the unusually cold/pro-longed freezing weather last winter. It is slow to spread so I would plant a bit closer together than recommended.
Anne Stone, Texas, United States, 12 years ago -
Vigorous grower, needs heavy pruning once or twice a year. Dark green. Good for topiaries!
Dottie, California, United States, 12 years ago -
Outstanding, attractive, beautiful container plant. Bought some in 2006; could not find it in 2007. PLEASE send some to Hollis NH in 2008. Love it!
Cynthia Coughlin, New Hampshire, United States, 12 years ago
7 Awards
Award Year Award Plant Trial 2009 Best of Breed Winter North Carolina State, JC Raulston Arboretum 2009 Best of Breed Winter North Carolina State, JC Raulston Arboretum 2009 Best of Breed Winter North Carolina State, JC Raulston Arboretum 2006 Arboretum Approved Dallas Arboretum 2006 Arboretum Approved Dallas Arboretum 2006 Arboretum Approved Dallas Arboretum 2006 Arboretum Approved Dallas Arboretum 1 Recipe
- September MorningRecipe
Sun36"Pot SizeRed flowers mixed with dark green foliage make a nice contrast to the white finish on this...What you'll need:
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