Common
name: "Nailwort"
Latin name: Paronychia kapela serpylifolia
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Zone: 4
- 7
Elevation to: 11,000'
Growth habit: Mat forming groundcover
Max height: 1" - 2"
Spread: 8""
Flowers: Yes, July - October Flower type: Native to area: No
Available varieties: 1
Sunshine:
Water:
Perennial
Cultivation:
Nailwort derived its common name because it is an easy to grow
perennial that is "tuff as nails". Nailwort is a small
mat forming ground cover that produces an abundance of
insignificant white flowers in mid summer and continues to bloom
for several months. Nailwort's tiny grayish-green leaves remain
evergreen throughout the winter.
Plant Nailwort in full sun in well drained soil. It tolerates most soil types
well. An excellent choice for high altitude gardens. Nailwort is
useful for alpine and rockgardens, edging, and containers.
Propagation:
Purchase pre-started Nailwort plants at your local Garden Center. Once
established, plants may be divided in spring.
