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Rupturewort

Rupturewort

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4" Pot
3-5 Months Mature

Plant Type: Green Carpet (Rupturewort)

Bloom Seasons: Summer

Suitable Hardiness Zones: 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9

Biological Resistance: Pest Resistant (General)

Environmental Tolerance: Drought Tolerant and Rocky/Sandy Soil Tolerant

Attracts:

Special Features: CA Native, Walk-on Ground Cover, Trailing, and Year-Round Interest

Bloom Color: White

Foliage Color: Green and Lime Green

Sunlight Needs: Partial Sun/Shade (3-6 hrs/day)

Lifespan: Perennial

Mature Spread: 6"-12"

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About this Plant

Rupturewort (Herniaria glabra), also known as "Green Carpet," is the ultimate living solution for high-traffic areas. This indestructible evergreen perennial forms a dense mat of tiny leaves that hug the soil. It can withstand regular foot traffic, making it the premier ecological alternative to turf or for planting between stepping stones.

As a robust member of the Herniaria genus, this plant is famously drought-tolerant and thrives in poor, sandy soils. It spreads outward but stays under 2 inches tall, requiring zero mowing. Its foliage transitions from emerald green to a rich bronze in winter.

  • Indestructible Groundcover: Handles being stepped on repeatedly.
  • No Mowing Required: Stays naturally flat and tidy.
  • Drought & Heat Tolerant: Once established, it requires very little water.

Product Details: This Rupturewort is delivered as a dense 4-inch live plant in a nursery pot. It is a slow-to-moderate grower that creates a permanent, weed-suppressing carpet.