About
Paronychia, the nailworts, are mat-forming annuals and perennials with tiny, opposite leaves and small flowers surrounded by conspicuous silvery bracts. Excellent, low-growing ground-cover plants for a sunny, very well-drained rock garden or wall top.
About the genus
Paronychia, the nailworts, are low-growing annuals and perennials with tiny leaves and small flowers surrounded by conspicuous silvery or white bracts. Grown in sunny, very well-drained rock gardens and wall tops.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.