Small, creeping South African species with rounded, grey-sage green leaves with a fine maroon rim. Small cones of burgundy red flowers nestle amongst the leaves during early summer. Marginally hardy in a sheltered, moist soil in sun or part shade 45x120cm.
Common NameCreeping Gunnera
Approx Height (10 yrs.)7.5-15 cm (3-6")
Soil TypeLoamy Clay
Soil pHAcid, Neutral, Alkaline
AspectSun, Semi Shade
HardinessHardy
Flowering TimeSpring
Flower ColourRed
Plant TypeHerbaceous