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Acaena Species, New Zealand Bur

Acaenaovalifolia

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Family

Rosaceae (ro-ZAY-see-ee)

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Genus

Acaena (a-SEE-na)

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Species

ovalifolia (o-val-ee-FOH-lee-uh)

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Sun Exposure

Full Sun

Sun to Partial Shade

Light Shade

Foliage

Evergreen

Height

under 6 in. (15 cm)

Spacing

15-18 in. (38-45 cm)

18-24 in. (45-60 cm)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)

USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)

USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)

USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)

USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)

USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)

Danger

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Color

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Time

Mid Summer

Late Summer/Early Fall

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smiln32

Oklahoma City, OK (Zone 7a) | November 2004 | neutral

Excellent rock garden plant. It has barbed reddish burrs that stick to animals and clothing, thereby allowing it to spread more easily t...Read More

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