Name: Creeping Lippia (Phyla nodiflora) - Plant Tray(16.5 in × 16.5 in)
Brand: Camel Runner
SKU: Z5A3271
Price: 45.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Creeping Lippia (Phyla nodiflora) - Plant Tray(16.5 in × 16.5 in)

$45.00

Creeping Lippia (Phyla nodiflora) - Plant Tray(16.5 in × 16.5 in)

Phyla nodiflora

a.k.a. Creeping Lippia | Turkey Tangle Fogfruit | Frogfruit

A living green carpet that endures heat, drought, and foot traffic — soft, eco-friendly, and always in bloom.

$45.00

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Low-Maintenance Lawn Alternative: No mowing, trimming, or heavy watering required.
Extremely Tough: Tolerates drought, foot traffic, heat, and poor soils.
Beautiful Blooms: Tiny lavender-purple flowers attract pollinators and add color to the green carpet.
Eco-Friendly: Excellent for sustainable landscaping and erosion control.
Evergreen Habit: Stays lush and green throughout most of the year in warm climates.
Tray Unit: Sold as one 42 cm × 42 cm tray (≈ 1.5 sq ft coverage), ready for direct planting.

Product Description

Creeping Lippia (Phyla nodiflora) is one of the most resilient groundcovers available — an exceptional lawn replacement for hot and dry regions. This creeping perennial forms a dense green mat that stays low to the ground and requires little maintenance. In warm seasons, it produces clusters of small purple flowers that attract butterflies and bees, adding natural charm to any yard.

Perfect for lawns, pathways, sunny slopes, or garden borders, Creeping Lippia thrives where traditional grass struggles. It’s water-wise, soft underfoot, and ideal for sustainable gardens.

Recommended Uses

Lawn replacement and green carpet landscaping
Erosion control on slopes and banks
Pathway borders and stepping-stone gaps
Pollinator-friendly gardens

About the Plant

Creeping Lippia (Phyla nodiflora) is a hardy, fast-spreading perennial groundcover that thrives in heat, drought, and poor soils. Its low growth habit forms a soft green carpet, accented by small purple-white flowers that attract pollinators. Tolerant of light foot traffic and minimal care, it works well as a warm-climate, water-saving alternative in pathways and borders.

Plant Care

Light – Full sun to partial sun.
Water – Low water needs; water to establish, then irrigate only occasionally.
Soil – Tolerates a wide range of soils; prefers well-drained conditions.
Temperature – Warm climates preferred; protect from hard frost.
Fertilizer – Minimal feeding required; optional light feeding in growing season.