Overview
Acaena pinnatifida is a matforming alpine rockery in the genus Acaena, part of the Rosaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Acaena pinnatifida grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include gravel garden, patio and container plants, rock garden, ground cover and banks and slopes.
About
Acaena pinnatifida is a species of flowering plant in the family Rosaceae. It is known by the common names Argentinian biddy-biddy and California sheepbur.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Acaena
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, North-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Acaena pinnatifida size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery, Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden, Ground cover, Banks and slopes
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Acaena pinnatifida
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Acaena pinnatifida?
Acaena pinnatifida prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Acaena pinnatifida need?
Acaena pinnatifida is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Acaena pinnatifida hardy in the UK?
Acaena pinnatifida has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Acaena pinnatifida?
Seed, Division.
