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Trailing Falkia

Falkia Repens

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Overview

Falkia repens, commonly known as Little Ears, is an evergreen groundcover native to South Africa. It forms a dense, low mat about 2-3 inches high, thriving in USDA zones 9-11. Its kidney-shaped, glossy leaves, measuring up to 1 inch across, create a lush tapestry. Optimal in partial shade with moderate water, it tolerates light foot traffic, perfect for adding verdant texture to pathways and between stepping stones in the landscape.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 9–10Climate Mediterranean
Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — Falkia repens, commonly known as Little Ears, is an evergreen groundcover native to South Africa
Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — It forms a dense, low mat about 2-3 inches high, thriving in USDA zones 9-11Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — Its kidney-shaped, glossy leaves, measuring up to 1 inch across, create a lush tapestryTrailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — Optimal in partial shade with moderate waterTrailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — it tolerates light foot trafficTrailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — perfect for adding verdant texture to pathways and between stepping stones in the landscapeTrailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — The captivating Falkia repens+18

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Mature height
8–12 Inches

Classification

Family
Convolvulaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — Falkia repens, commonly known as Little Ears, is an evergreen groundcover native to South Africa
Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — It forms a dense, low mat about 2-3 inches high, thriving in USDA zones 9-11
Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — Its kidney-shaped, glossy leaves, measuring up to 1 inch across, create a lush tapestry
Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — Optimal in partial shade with moderate water
Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — it tolerates light foot traffic
Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — perfect for adding verdant texture to pathways and between stepping stones in the landscape
Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — The captivating Falkia repens
Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — commonly referred to as Little Ears
Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — low-growing groundcover hailing from the verdant regions of South Africa
Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — evergreen foliage that gracefully carpets the garden floor
Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — rounded leaves that resemble diminutive ears
Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — serving as a verdant backdrop to its sporadic
Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — from which its endearing common name is derived.<br><br>Little Ears' foliage takes on a lush
Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — white to soft pink blossoms that unfurl from spring through summer
Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — Each flower delicately opens its petals in the morning to greet the sun and closes them again as dusk falls
Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — adding a dynamic and interactive aspect to any garden design.<br><br>Adaptable to partial shade or full sun
Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — the enchanting Falkia repens presents landscape designers with a delightful and robust groundcover option
Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — Falkia repens ensures year-round interest in the landscape
Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — Little Ears thrives in well-drained soils and exhibits a moderate growth rate
Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — reaching a mature height of a mere 1-2 inches with a spread of 18-24 inches
Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — Regular watering will help establish an extensive root system
Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — after which the Little Ears becomes relatively drought tolerant
Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — further highlighting its utility in a low-maintenance garden setting.<br><br>In summary
Trailing Falkia (Falkia Repens) — and function within a garden composition

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