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Leptinella squalida ‘Platt’s Black’
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Leptinella squalida ‘Platt’s Black’


Black Brass Buttons

 USDA Zone: 5-9

Plant number: 1.316.370


Brass Buttons are low, carpeting perennials that are perfect for planting along the edge of pathways, or using in between flagstones. This unique selection features feathery foliage of an unusual bronzy-black shade, bearing insignificant green flowers during the summer. Because of its spreading tendency, keep this away from slow-growing alpine plants that might get smothered. Easy to grow in any soil that does not completely dry out. Easily divided by digging up the clump and ripping into smaller pieces in spring or early fall. Evergreen.

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Leptinella squalida ‘Platt’s Black’


Optimal Growing
Conditions		 Appearance and
Characteristics
Sun Exposure
  Full Sun or
  Partial Shade
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Easy 		Flower Colour
  Green
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
Foliage Color
  Purple Black
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Containers
  Edging
  Evergreen
  Ground Cover
Height
   2-5 cm
   1-2 inches
Spread
   25-30 cm
   10-12 inches
Foot Traffic
   High
Growth Rate
   Medium