Silver Carpet

Silver Carpet

1 Mulflat
$64.90
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Silver Carpet

Dymondia margaretae

A slow-spreading ground cover with unique silver-green foliage, tolerating light foot traffic, drought, and coastal conditions.

$64.90
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Size1 Mulflat

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We specialize in plants grown and delivered in their original pots and soil.
Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

For local plant professionals, we’re always glad to connect and explore ways to support your customers.

Dymondia margaretae is a superb, slow-spreading evergreen ground cover prized for its unique, narrow, gray-green leaves with striking silvery-white, felted undersides that curl upward at the edges, creating a two-toned, carpet-like effect. This tough, low-growing South African native forms a dense, mat-forming carpet of tiny, deep green leaves that reveal their contrasting silvery-white underside, giving the plant a soft, frosted, silvery appearance. In summer, it produces small, inconspicuous, yellow, daisy-like flowers. Exceptionally drought, heat, and salt tolerant, and able to tolerate light foot traffic, it is an outstanding choice for planting between stepping stones, as a lawn alternative, in rock gardens, on slopes, and in coastal gardens.

Knowing how we measure the size?

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

  • A larger gallon size generally means:

    • A more established root system

    • A sturdier plant

    • Faster visual impact after planting

  • Example:

    • 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity

    • 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.


🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Ornamental trees

    • Feature plants

    • Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.

  • Why choose Multi:

    • Fuller, more sculptural appearance

    • Strong visual presence even at younger ages

    • Popular for design-focused landscapes


🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Shade trees

    • Street trees

    • Orchard and structural plantings

  • Why choose Stand:

    • Clean, classic tree form

    • Easier clearance for walkways and lawns

    • Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity


🌿 Choosing the Right Size

  • If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form

  • If you want long-term structure → Stand form

  • If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Quick facts
  • Foliage & Flowers: Tiny, narrow, deep green leaves with prominent silvery-white, felted undersides (leaves curl up to reveal silver); small, inconspicuous, yellow daisy-like flowers in summer.
  • Mature Height: 2-3 inches
  • Mature Spread: 12-24 inches (1-2 ft) (slowly spreading)
  • Growth Rate: Slow
  • Hardiness Zones: USDA 9-11; Sunset 15-24
  • Light Requirement: Full sun to partial shade
  • Core Benefits: Unique two-toned silver-green foliage, tolerates light foot traffic, drought, heat, and salt tolerant.
  • Best Uses: Between stepping stones, lawn alternative, rock gardens, slopes, coastal gardens, containers, small-scale ground cover.
FAQs

Q: Can it tolerate foot traffic?
A: Yes, it can tolerate light, occasional foot traffic, making it an excellent choice for planting between stepping stones or as a no-mow lawn alternative.

Q: How much water does it need?
A: Once established, it is highly drought tolerant. Water regularly during its first year, then little to no supplemental water is needed.

Q: How large does it get?
A: It is a very low-growing, slow-spreading plant, reaching only 2-3 inches in height and 1-2 feet in spread over time.

Q: Why does the foliage look silver?
A: The deep green leaves curl upward at the edges, prominently revealing their silvery-white, felted undersides, creating a beautiful two-toned, frosted, carpet-like effect.

Q: Is it good for coastal gardens?
A: Yes, it is highly tolerant of salt spray and coastal conditions, making it an excellent choice for seaside gardens.

Browse online or get recommendations

Shop by collection, or message us with photos and measurements of your space for tailored suggestions.

Place your order & schedule delivery

Choose your trees and preferred delivery window. Most Bay Area orders are delivered within about 10 business days, depending on routing and weather.

We deliver carefully to your property

Our drivers are trained to handle living plants, not just boxes. For many trees, we can set them in place near the planting site.

Grow with our ongoing support

You’ll receive basic care guidelines, and you can always reach out if you’re unsure about watering, fertilizing, or pruning.

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