Synonyms
Pratia angulata 'Treadwellii'
Pratia pedunculata 'Treadwellii'
Lobelia treadwellii
Alpine Rockery
A mat-forming, evergreen perennial to 6cm tall, with red-tinted stems that spread and root down freely. In spring and late summer, a mass of star-shaped white flowers, sometimes with purple streaks are produced; these are followed by spherical red-purple berries 4mm across. Good for groudcover in damp soil but has the potential to become a nuisance
Position
Partial shade
Soil Types
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Max Height
Up to 10 cm
Max Spread
0.5-1 metres