Overview

Pimelea prostrata is a matforming alpine rockery in the genus Pimelea, part of the Thymelaeaceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 0.1-0.5 metres tall and 0.5-1 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Pimelea prostrata grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, patio and container plants, conservatory and greenhouse and wall side borders.

About

Pimelea prostrata, commonly known as prostrate rice flower, is a matforming shrub suited to alpine rockeries. It is an evergreen plant that grows to a height of 0.1 to 0.5 metres and spreads between 0.5 and 1 metre, reaching full size within 2 to 5 years. This cultivar thrives in full sun on south-facing, sheltered sites with well-drained loam or sandy soils that are acid to neutral in pH. It provides seasonal interest through summer, autumn, and winter.

About the genus

Pimelea, commonly known as rice flowers, is a genus of plants belonging to the family Thymelaeaceae. There are about 150 species, including 110 in Australia and 36 in New Zealand.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Pimelea

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam, Sand

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H3

Plant details

Pimelea prostrata size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Alpine Rockery, Shrubs

Habit

Matforming

Foliage

Evergreen

Height

0.1-0.5 metres

Spread

0.5-1 metres

Time to full height

2-5 years

Suggested uses

Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Conservatory and greenhouse, Wall side borders

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Pimelea prostrata

Propagation

Seed, semi-ripe cuttings with bottom heat in summer

Pest resistance

Red spider mite

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions