Platt’s Black Brass Buttons forms a dense mat of fern-like deep green to bronze foliage. In late spring through summer, petite button-like flowers emerge. Use as a groundcover in wet and shady areas or terrariums. Grows well in Auburn, Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Folsom, Rocklin, Roseville and Sacramento
- Landscape Size: 1″-2″ tall, 18″ wide
- Light Requirement: Morning Sun/Afternoon Shade
- Water Needs: Moderate
- USDA Zone: 4a
- Growth Habit: Trailing
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Attributes: Evergreen
These characteristics apply to the greater Sacramento area and nearby regions.
Live outside of our area? Please check with your local cooperative extension for the best growing practices in your neck of the woods.
Visit: UC Cooperative Extension Offices(Opens in a new window)
Visit: National County Extension Offices(Opens in a new window)
Green Thumb Guide
Plant in enriched soil. Cut back foliage before new growth in spring. Tolerates moderate foot traffic. Every 2 to 3 years, divide clumps in early spring.
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