Goodenia ovata prostrate

prostrate hop goodenia.

A$6.50

Goodenia ovata prostrate is a low-growing, spreading groundcover with glossy green leaves and yellow flowers. It is also known as prostrate hop goodenia. 

Appearance 

  • Low-growing, spreading shrub

  • Small, glossy green leaves

  • Yellow flowers in spring

  • Dense groundcover

Growing conditions 

  • Prefers full sun to partial shade

  • Thrives in well-drained soil

  • Tolerates medium to moderate drought

  • Tolerates moderate frost

  • Tolerates high wind

  • Tolerates boggy soil

Uses Cascading over slopes, In rockeries, In coastal gardens, and In borders and retaining walls. 

Maintenance 

  • Relatively low-maintenance

  • Requires occasional pruning to maintain its shape and promote bushier growth

  • Can be propagated from cuttings taken at most times of the year

  • Seed also germinates reliably but is not easily obtained

Other characteristics Host plant of the Meadow Argus butterfly (Junonia villida), Attracts birds, and Generally trouble free of pests and diseases