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Mazus

Mazus Reptans

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Overview

Mazus reptans, commonly known as creeping mazus, is a low-growing perennial, thriving in USDA zones 5-8. Spreading eagerly to form a dense 2-inch tall mat, its green foliage is adorned with lavender-blue flowers in late spring. This groundcover flourishes in moist, well-drained soils and partial shade, but tolerates full sun. It’s ideal for filling gaps between stepping stones, given its moderate foot traffic resilience. Space plants 12 inches apart for a lush effect.

Sun Half, ShadeWater LowZones 5–8Climate Alpine
Mazus (Mazus Reptans) — Mazus reptans, commonly known as creeping mazus, is a low-growing perennial, thriving in USDA zones 5-8

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Low
USDA zones
5–8

Shape & size

Mature width
0.5–1 Ft.

Classification

Family
Mazaceae
Climate
Alpine

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Photos (79)

Mazus (Mazus Reptans) — blue and purple flowers in the garden; herbaceous perennial ideal for adding texture and color to your landscape design, image 73
Mazus (Mazus Reptans) — ground cover with blue and purple blooms; providing a vibrant contrast against the greenery.<br><br>Thriving in USDA zones, image 74
Mazus (Mazus Reptans) — Mazus reptans, commonly known as creeping mazus, is a low-growing perennial, thriving in USDA zones 5-8; this groundcover, image 76
Mazus (Mazus Reptans) — Spreading eagerly to form a dense 2-inch tall mat; from late spring to early summer, image 77
Mazus (Mazus Reptans) — This groundcover flourishes in moist, well-drained soils and partial shade, but tolerates full sun; ground cover for half, image 79
Mazus (Mazus Reptans) — ground cover for half or shade; picturesque scenes in their garden, image 75
Mazus (Mazus Reptans) — its green foliage is adorned with lavender-blue flowers in late spring; this plant tolerates occasional foot traffic, image 78

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Half · Zones 5–8