Scleranthus biflorus
Cushion Bush or Canberra Grass,
A$9.00
Scleranthus biflorus, commonly known as Cushion Bush or Canberra Grass, is a hardy Australian native groundcover that forms dense, moss-like mounds of vibrant lime-green foliage. Despite its delicate, "strokable" appearance, it is a tough perennial that naturally thrives in alpine and coastal regions of eastern Australia and New Zealand.
Key Characteristics
Appearance: It grows as a low, tight mat, reaching a height of about 5–15 cm and spreading 30–80 cm wide.
Flowers: Produces tiny, inconspicuous yellow or pale green flowers in pairs during spring and summer.
Versatility: Often used as a "sun-loving moss" substitute in Japanese-style gardens, rockeries, or as an ornamental lawn in low-traffic areas.
Growing Conditions & Care
Light: Performs best in full sun, which helps maintain its tight, compact cushion shape.
Water: Requires regular moisture, especially during hot, dry spells, though it must be planted in well-drained soil to avoid root rot.
Climate: Highly frost-tolerant and can even handle being covered by snow.
Maintenance: Generally low-maintenance.
Avialable in a 14cm pot
