Re: [SG] favorite ground cover?
- To: s*@MAELSTROM.STJOHNS.EDU
- Subject: Re: [SG] favorite ground cover?
- From: G* <g*@OTHERSIDE.COM>
- Date: Tue, 29 Dec 1998 22:10:48 -0500
Hello Connie,
Have you given thought to Mazus reptans or M. miquelii? Tiny little close
to the ground scalloped leaves and flowers in lavender shaped like
snapdragons just above the foliage. Takes shade and quite a bit of sun if
not allowed to dry out severely. Great for in between pavers or stones. It
will take some foot traffic. I have it growing in the mulch of a path in
the garden where it gets relatively good walking upon. You do not say what
zone you are in, but this one takes it down to Zone 5.
Gene Bush Southern Indiana Zone 6a Munchkin Nursery
around the woods - around the world
genebush@otherside.com http://www.munchkinnursery.com
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> From: Connie Hoy <coneh@USWEST.NET>
> To: shadegardens@MAELSTROM.STJOHNS.EDU
> Subject: [SG] favorite ground cover?
> Date: Tuesday, December 29, 1998 6:40 PM
>
> Hi All,
> Its a fine day here and prompts thoughts for the coming season,to
wit,would any have a favorite ground cover they could recommend?
> It would need to hold up under moderate foot traffic.
> Not for shade only and relatively fast,am I pipe dreaming?
> The uncommon would be nice if you know of such.
> Hope someone has some suggestions.
> Should help ward off 'cabin fever' for a time whilst considering the many
things that will need doing come spring.
> Look forward to hearing from you .
> Connie
