Many people like to use Acaena seed in rock gardens, but they will spread so be sure to keep an eye on this spreading ground cover plant. Acaena will be evergreen in mild winter regions. If leaves get damaged during a hard winter, you may want to clip it back as it will grow right back with fresh foliage. Easily divide Acaena Microphylla in early fall or spring. Acaena require moist, well-drained soil and a sunny or partially shaded site to get the most out of this ground cover plant.

Germinates best as a cold germinator which can be tough if planting directly outdoors. Best results are when the seed is kept at warm, humid conditions for 2 - 3 weeks followed by temperatures of of 35 - 39F for 4 - 6 weeks. If this is not possible, it is best to plant when frost season is nearly over. As the temperatures range from 41 - 55F the seed should germinate.

Perfectly suited for planting in the crevices of paving stones or wall plantings. Will grow in full sun to part shade.

• It is best to plant outside, either after the last frost or in the autumn.
• If starting seeds indoors you will need 14-20 weeks before planting out, planting plugs 3 to 5 inches apart.
• Surface sow seeds and press gently into soil.
• Keep the flower seeds consistently warm and moist for germination.
• These seeds are slow germinators often taking 10 - 12 weeks.

• Water from root zone to avoide standing water.
• Cut back by clipping in the spring.
• Supply winter mulch at high Northern latitudes.