Microbiota decussata

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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer:

 

Description

Microbiota decussata is an evergreen groundcover that neatly sprawls around resembling a trailing arborvitae. Grows to 1.5' tall, 7'-8' wide, with many horizontal or trailing plume-like branches closely set with scale-like leaves. This groundcover is beautiful under trees as it likes filtered sun. It cascades gracefully down hillsides. Foliage is bright green and scale like, turning coppery in fall with cold weather.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Conifer, Ground cover

 

Height Range

Under 1', 1-3'

 

Flower Color

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Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Sun

Half, Shade

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral, Basic

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Entry, Patio, Walkways, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Cascade, Container, Mass Planting

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.