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Paronychia kapela ssp. serpyllifolia

Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 2 - 4 cm (1 - 2 in)
Spread 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Paronychia kapela ssp. serpyllifolia (mossy whitlow-wort) produces white blossoms during early summer to mid-summer. This plant has evergreen foliage.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, container, edging and ground cover.
Special Characteristics Paronychia kapela ssp. serpyllifolia is tolerant of drought and light foot traffic.