Globularia repens
thyme-leaved globe daisy
A creeping, evergreen perennial to 2.5cm tall, forming mats of glossy, spoon-shaped leaves. In summer it produces lavender-blue flowers in spherical heads, just above the foliage. Grow in a rock garden or alpine trough
Size
Ultimate height
Up to 10cmTime to ultimate height
1–2 yearsUltimate spread
0–0.1 metreGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Neutral, AlkalineColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Blue Purple | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Plantaginaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Matforming
- Genus
Globularia are mostly evergreen, mat-forming perennials with lance or spoon-shaped leaves and fluffy heads of tiny lavender-blue flowers in summer
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Pyrenees, SW Alps
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in neutral to alkaline, sharply-drained soil in full sun. Protect from winter wet
Propagation
Propagate by seed, or rooting rosettes as cuttings in spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Patio and container plants
- Rock garden
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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