| | | Family | Rubiaceae | | Plant Type | | | Zone | USDA: 5a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 15 - 20 cm (6 - 8 in) | | Spread | 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft) | | Light | full sun | | Soil Moisture | low to average, well-drained | | Soil Type | clay to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline | | | Description | Phuopsis stylosa 'Purple Glow' (creeping crosswort) bears faded fuchsia flowers during late spring to mid-summer. The foliage is deep green in colour. | | Typical Uses | Accent, border, container, edging, ground cover and mass planting. | | Special Characteristics | Phuopsis stylosa 'Purple Glow' is tolerant of drought and light foot traffic. | | Cautions | The growth rate of Phuopsis stylosa 'Purple Glow' (creeping crosswort) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. | | |