Acaena microphylla 'Kupferteppich' - Bronze New Zealand Bur Ground Cover
Acaena microphylla 'Kupferteppich' is a mat-forming, evergreen perennial ground cover with distinctive bronze-green foliage. This low-growing plant reaches heights of 10-25cm, making it perfect for rock gardens, pathways, and border planting where traditional grass struggles to thrive.
Key Features
This versatile ground cover produces spherical, reddish-brown flowers from June to September, followed by bright red burrs that persist into autumn. The pinnate leaves are divided into 9-15 rounded leaflets with an attractive copper-bronze tone that intensifies in autumn. The foliage remains semi-evergreen throughout winter, providing year-round interest.
Growing Conditions
Acaena microphylla 'Kupferteppich' thrives in both full sun and partial shade positions, making it adaptable to various garden locations. This hardy perennial tolerates exposed sites and performs best in well-drained soil with good drainage. Once established, it requires minimal watering and maintenance. Plant 9-12 plants per square meter for optimal coverage.
Garden Applications
This mat-forming ground cover spreads through runners to create dense coverage that suppresses weeds naturally. The plant tolerates light foot traffic, making it suitable for planting between paving stones and stepping stones. Use it to fill bare spots under trees, on slopes for erosion control, or as a low-maintenance alternative to traditional lawn grass in difficult areas.
Wildlife Benefits
The summer flowers attract bees and other pollinators to your garden. The decorative red burrs provide visual interest and ornamental value from late summer through autumn. This New Zealand native is frost-hardy to -23°C (Zone 6), ensuring reliable performance in cold climates.
40-Pack Bulk Value
This bulk pack of 40 plants provides excellent value for larger landscaping projects. Each plant arrives in a 9cm growing pot, ready for immediate planting. Space plants approximately 10cm apart for faster coverage or up to 30cm apart for more economical planting.
Please note: Plants are living products and may therefore differ from the photo and description. Minor natural imperfections can occur. These often recover in your garden. These plants are vigorous and long-lasting. They are supplied in growing pots and are shipped directly from our partner growers.
At a Glance
- Type: outdoor garden plant
- Height: approx. 10-25 cm
- Pot: Ø9 cm nursery pot
- Light: partial shade
- Care: easy — low maintenance
- Delivery: free delivery across Ireland and 24 more EU countries (5–8 working days), covered by our healthy-arrival guarantee
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