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=Misc= |
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[https://www.ba-bamail.com/content.aspx?emailid=35193 10 Perennials That Will Serve Your Garden for Years] - Chayote looks interesting (Might be more commonly called Chokos). Seems to need an entire fruit planted. |
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[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7I2icOXI_Ew Gazania tomentosa] |
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Niwaki |
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[https://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/earthkind/landscape/proper-pruning-techniques/ proper-pruning-techniques] |
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[http://www.gardensonline.com.au/GardenShed/PlantFinder/Default.aspx Plant Finder] |
[http://www.gardensonline.com.au/GardenShed/PlantFinder/Default.aspx Plant Finder] |
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[https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/trials-awards/award-of-garden-merit/rhs-hardiness-rating RHS plant ratings] |
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[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Award_of_Garden_Merit RHS award for garden merit] |
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"ethnobotan" |
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=Lightwell= |
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* http://northcoastgardening.com/2015/06/tall-narrow-plants/ |
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=Lawn Ideas= |
=Lawn Ideas= |
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* [[Plants#Corsican Mint|Corsican Mint]] |
* [[Plants#Corsican Mint|Corsican Mint]] |
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* [[Plants#Thyme|Thyme]] |
* [[Plants#Thyme|Thyme]] |
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==General== |
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[https://www.stepables.com/ www.stepables.com] |
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[https://www.pinterest.com/pin/525091637775300150/ This Pinterest] |
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==Korean Velvet Grass (Zoysia Tenuifolia)== |
==Korean Velvet Grass (Zoysia Tenuifolia)== |
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Slow growing at 20cm a year. But quite hardy, drought/acid tolerant and fine with shade. Makes these interesting clumps. A bit expensive. |
Slow growing at 20cm a year. But quite hardy, drought/acid tolerant and fine with shade. Makes these interesting clumps. A bit expensive. |
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* [https://www.tranquilhavens.com.au/koreangrass.html |
* [https://www.tranquilhavens.com.au/koreangrass.html tranquilhavens.com.au] - 10x100mm pots = $75 - Inc Shipping - $0.075 per mm² |
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* [http://www.bambooland.com.au/zoysia-tenuifolia-no-mow-grass Bambooland.com.au] - 120mm pots, $4.50 each (10 for $45) - Not including shipping which requires a quote... - $0.0375 per mm² (plus unknown shipping costs) |
* [http://www.bambooland.com.au/zoysia-tenuifolia-no-mow-grass Bambooland.com.au] - 120mm pots, $4.50 each (10 for $45) - Not including shipping which requires a quote... - $0.0375 per mm² (plus unknown shipping costs) |
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<img src="http://www.walterreeves.com/uploads/JPGs/mondolawn2.JPG"/> |
<img src="http://www.walterreeves.com/uploads/JPGs/mondolawn2.JPG"/> |
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<img src="https://gardeninthehills.files.wordpress.com/2015/04/dwarf-mondo-grass.jpg" width="25%"/> |
<img src="https://gardeninthehills.files.wordpress.com/2015/04/dwarf-mondo-grass.jpg" width="25%"/> |
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<img src="http://www.learn2grow.com/gardeningguides/ornamentalgrasses/featuredplants/~/media/articles/2008/10/22/DwarfMondoWalkway_225x298.ashx"/> |
<img src="http://www.learn2grow.com/gardeningguides/ornamentalgrasses/featuredplants/~/media/articles/2008/10/22/DwarfMondoWalkway_225x298.ashx"/> |
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Might not be so good for heavy foot traffic areas. But does well in shade (under lemon tree?). |
Might not be so good for heavy foot traffic areas. But does well in shade (under lemon tree?). |
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[http://www.tranquilhavens.com.au/dwarfmondo.html TranquilHeavens.com.au] - 50 plants for $32. 100 for $45. inc postage. |
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==Thyme== |
==Thyme== |
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<img src="http://www.drought-smart-plants.com/images/thyme-lawn600.jpg"/> <img src="https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/cf/72/73/cf7273d82eab50be33b9e1e3c62e6ba7.jpg" width="%15"/> <img src="https://permies.com/t/50567/a/32702/70f3ce60fe3daaf3abf5722d13f164a1.jpg"/> |
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No mowing, fertilizing, thatching or watering. Drought tolerant. Bees. Light foot traffic. |
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[http://www.thymegarden.com/Groundcovers thymegarden.com Infos] |
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* "Since cross pollination is a concern with thyme, it is very uncommon to find seeds for low-growing varieties like Elfin Thyme or Wooly Thyme which will be propagated by cuttings" |
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* "we do offer four varieties of thyme by seed that will show uniform traits: Mother of Thyme, Creeping Thyme, Magic Carpet Thyme, and Mixed Creeping Thyme." |
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[http://www.drought-smart-plants.com/thyme-lawn.html drought-smart-plants.com Infos] |
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* "Some of the best types of thyme for a thyme lawn are Thymus serpyllum 'Elfin' (Elfin thyme), Thymus coccineus (Red Creeping thyme) and Thymus pseudolanuginosus (Wooly thyme)." |
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* "I had no luck germinating thyme seeds last year. Cuttings are the normal way to propagate it. Seed might work if you have better controlled conditions than I did." |
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==Arenaria (Sandwort)== |
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<img src="https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/564x/2a/ce/99/2ace9960c77daa76934f55d36c01e185.jpg"/> <img src="http://www.ideasforgardens.net/palustris/EastCheshire/Arenaria%20alfacarensis.jpg"/> |
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Probably want the Arenaria alfacariensis species. Seems smaller. |
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[http://swedishrockgarden.com/plantdb/arenaria_main.htm Various species] |
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==Corsican Mint== |
==Corsican Mint== |
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Probably not great for a lawn and needs water. But I want some anyway. Seems like Babies Tears. |
Probably not great for a lawn and needs water. But I want some anyway. Seems like Babies Tears. |
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==Houttuynia Cordata / Chameleon Plant / Fish Mint== |
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* Comes in a variegated variety. |
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* Edible, used to treat conditions like hypertension |
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* Probably too big for a real lawn alternative |
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* Invasive |
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* Is this what mum is already growing? |
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<img src="https://gfb.global.ssl.fastly.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/27005208/HOUTTUYNIA-CORDATA..jpg"> |
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<img src="http://search.shelmerdine.com/Content/Images/Photos/F266-16.jpg"/> |
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==Knawel Cushion== |
==Knawel Cushion== |
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<img src="http://www.gardensonline.com.au/Uploads/Plant/1085/Scleranthus-Uniflorus-WS800.jpg" width="30%"> |
<img src="http://www.gardensonline.com.au/Uploads/Plant/1085/Scleranthus-Uniflorus-WS800.jpg" width="30%"> |
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Maybe not a 'lawn' but want some. |
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==Other Things== |
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===Pink Muhly Grass=== |
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Tall pink stuff. |
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===Bassia scoparia=== |
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Small bright green bushes that turn red. |
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In NSW the parent species is a weed. Except- "The subspecies Bassia scoparia subspecies trichophylla (commonly known as summer cypress or burning bush) is not declared, and can still be found in older gardens. " |
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=Succulents= |
=Succulents= |
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=Creepers= |
=Creepers= |
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==Mini Oakleaf Creeping Fig== |
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<img src="https://i.pinimg.com/600x315/b2/33/d0/b233d0e3fb5bac99c1cb5c8f86182b57.jpg"/> |
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==Jade Vine== |
==Jade Vine== |
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<img src="https://elecspark.files.wordpress.com/2012/12/dsc_0221.jpg"/> |
<img src="https://elecspark.files.wordpress.com/2012/12/dsc_0221.jpg"/> |
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<img src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4143/4891332518_7195996341.jpg"/> |
<img src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4143/4891332518_7195996341.jpg"/> |
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==Pilea Glauca== |
==Pilea Glauca== |
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Latest revision as of 10:43, 17 March 2021
Misc[edit | edit source]
10 Perennials That Will Serve Your Garden for Years - Chayote looks interesting (Might be more commonly called Chokos). Seems to need an entire fruit planted.
Niwaki
"ethnobotan"
Lightwell[edit | edit source]
Lawn Ideas[edit | edit source]
General[edit | edit source]
www.stepables.com This Pinterest
Korean Velvet Grass (Zoysia Tenuifolia)[edit | edit source]
Slow growing at 20cm a year. But quite hardy, drought/acid tolerant and fine with shade. Makes these interesting clumps. A bit expensive.
- tranquilhavens.com.au - 10x100mm pots = $75 - Inc Shipping - $0.075 per mm²
- Bambooland.com.au - 120mm pots, $4.50 each (10 for $45) - Not including shipping which requires a quote... - $0.0375 per mm² (plus unknown shipping costs)
- Ebay - 10x140mm - $90 inc shipping. $0.0642 per mm²
Dwarf Mondo Grass[edit | edit source]
Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nanus'
Might not be so good for heavy foot traffic areas. But does well in shade (under lemon tree?).
TranquilHeavens.com.au - 50 plants for $32. 100 for $45. inc postage.
Thyme[edit | edit source]
Low growing verities. Less than 1/2 and inch high. Flowers.
No mowing, fertilizing, thatching or watering. Drought tolerant. Bees. Light foot traffic.
- "Since cross pollination is a concern with thyme, it is very uncommon to find seeds for low-growing varieties like Elfin Thyme or Wooly Thyme which will be propagated by cuttings"
- "we do offer four varieties of thyme by seed that will show uniform traits: Mother of Thyme, Creeping Thyme, Magic Carpet Thyme, and Mixed Creeping Thyme."
drought-smart-plants.com Infos
- "Some of the best types of thyme for a thyme lawn are Thymus serpyllum 'Elfin' (Elfin thyme), Thymus coccineus (Red Creeping thyme) and Thymus pseudolanuginosus (Wooly thyme)."
- "I had no luck germinating thyme seeds last year. Cuttings are the normal way to propagate it. Seed might work if you have better controlled conditions than I did."
Arenaria (Sandwort)[edit | edit source]
Probably want the Arenaria alfacariensis species. Seems smaller.
brass buttons (Leptinella squalida)[edit | edit source]
Corsican Mint[edit | edit source]
Probably not great for a lawn and needs water. But I want some anyway. Seems like Babies Tears.
Houttuynia Cordata / Chameleon Plant / Fish Mint[edit | edit source]
- Comes in a variegated variety.
- Edible, used to treat conditions like hypertension
- Probably too big for a real lawn alternative
- Invasive
- Is this what mum is already growing?
Knawel Cushion[edit | edit source]
Maybe not a 'lawn' but want some.
Other Things[edit | edit source]
Pink Muhly Grass[edit | edit source]
Tall pink stuff.
Bassia scoparia[edit | edit source]
Small bright green bushes that turn red.
In NSW the parent species is a weed. Except- "The subspecies Bassia scoparia subspecies trichophylla (commonly known as summer cypress or burning bush) is not declared, and can still be found in older gardens. "
Succulents[edit | edit source]
Baby Toes[edit | edit source]
String of Pearls ☑[edit | edit source]
Crassula Ovata Hummel's Sunset - Golden Jade Tree[edit | edit source]
Trailing Jade (Senecio jacobsenii)[edit | edit source]
Baby Jade ‘Hobbit’ (Crassula ovata)[edit | edit source]
Donkey Tail[edit | edit source]
Crassula 'Coralita'[edit | edit source]
Trachyandra[edit | edit source]
Aloinopsis schooneesii[edit | edit source]
Echeveria Perle Von Nuremberg[edit | edit source]
Lapidaria Margaretae[edit | edit source]
haworthia maughanii reverse variegated[edit | edit source]
haworthia maughanii reverse variegated
Gold Moss Sedum (Sedum 'De Oro') ☑[edit | edit source]
Crassula Buddha's Temple[edit | edit source]
Pencil Cactus ‘Firesticks’ (Euphorbia tirucalli)[edit | edit source]
Misc[edit | edit source]
- https://www.pinterest.com/lordketchup/plants/
- https://www.pinterest.com/pin/298082069063888476/
- Crassula tomentosa
- https://www.pinterest.com/pin/359232507753339106/
Creepers[edit | edit source]
Mini Oakleaf Creeping Fig[edit | edit source]
Jade Vine[edit | edit source]
Rosary Vine (Ceropegia linearis woodii)[edit | edit source]
Swedish Ivy[edit | edit source]
Hedera helix 'Spetchley' - Spetchley Miniature Ivy[edit | edit source]
Wandering Jew[edit | edit source]
Heart-Leaf Philodendron[edit | edit source]
Golden Hops[edit | edit source]
Dutchman's Pipe[edit | edit source]
Swedish Ivy[edit | edit source]
Hedera helix 'Spetchley' - Spetchley Miniature Ivy[edit | edit source]
Parthenocissus[edit | edit source]
Ground Cover[edit | edit source]
Pratia ☑[edit | edit source]
Corsican Sandwort[edit | edit source]
Woolly Thyme[edit | edit source]
Lobelia☑[edit | edit source]
Irish Moss (Sagina subulata)☑[edit | edit source]
Golden Oregano[edit | edit source]
Pilea Glauca[edit | edit source]
Arachis pintoi (Fabaceae)[edit | edit source]
Misc[edit | edit source]
Heuchera[edit | edit source]
Hostas[edit | edit source]
Blue Hosta[edit | edit source]
Sedges[edit | edit source]
Pacific Wave[edit | edit source]
Other[edit | edit source]
Coral Bark Japanese Maple[edit | edit source]
Dendrobium aphyllum[edit | edit source]
Snowtopia (Annual)[edit | edit source]
Pilea[edit | edit source]
Dwarf Crown of Thorns 'Splendens’ (Euphorbia milii)[edit | edit source]
Asparagus Fern[edit | edit source]
Setose Asparagus Fern ☑[edit | edit source]
Planted 2 seeds on Apr 06 2016
Rex Begonias[edit | edit source]
Gumpo Azalea[edit | edit source]
Bluets[edit | edit source]
Sweet and Low[edit | edit source]
Streptocarpus[edit | edit source]
Misc[edit | edit source]
House Plants[edit | edit source]
Logees Indestructable House Plants
24 of the Easiest Houseplants You Can Grow
Shade Plants[edit | edit source]
Shade Flowers That Will Make You Forget the Lack of Sun
Hydroculture[edit | edit source]
Sub-Irrigated Planters[edit | edit source]
http://www.insideurbangreen.org/
Indoor Watergarden[edit | edit source]
Pennywort[edit | edit source]
Living Wall / Green Wall / Vertical Garden[edit | edit source]
DIY Greenwall The Garden Gurus - Creating Living Walls at Home
Climbing Trellis[edit | edit source]
How to Choose Climbers for a Green Facade
Wabi Kusa?[edit | edit source]
Penjing[edit | edit source]
Indoor Lowlight Bonsai[edit | edit source]
Misc[edit | edit source]
DOOR BONSAI TREES AND THEIR SPECIFIC CARE GUIDELINES
Chinese Fringe[edit | edit source]
Ficus salicifolia[edit | edit source]
Bonsai Chili[edit | edit source]
http://www.fatalii.net/bonsai_chiles_bonchi
Bolivian Rainbow -bonchi[edit | edit source]
Numex Twilight[edit | edit source]
Chinese 5 Colour Chilli[edit | edit source]
Is this just another name for bolivian rainbow?