Available for California, Arizona, and Nevada

Ruschia 'Nana' - Dwarf Carpet of Stars

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Ruschia Nana Succulent residential lawn replacement front yard

Residential Lawn Replacement

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Flowering Succulent

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Commercial & Utility Spaces

Ruschia Nana Succulent foot and paw friendly walking

Foot & Paw Friendly

Ruschia Nana Succulent pavers, paths, and stepping stones

Pavers, Paths, & Stepping Stones

Permeable Paving

 

Ruschia ‘Nana’ is an evergreen succulent, and is a dwarf form of the species, Ruschia lineolata. Defining features include a very compact habit, extremely durable foliage, and the presence of small white-pink blooms in winter/spring. Water requirement is about 75% less than many turf grasses, and Ruschia ‘Nana’ requires nearly no maintenance.  This plant is excellent as a very durable lawn replacement, and also works well with pavers for walkways and patios, as well as a weed-suppressing groundcover in succulent landscapes.


Ruschia Nana Succulent growing climates map California, Arizona, and Nevada

 

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  • Reference the FAQs below for quick answers.
  • See the PDF link at the bottom of the page for more detailed explanations.

Ruschia ‘Nana’ may be planted year around, in areas of full sun to half sun (5-6 hours of sunlight minimum).

We suggest 3 different planting sequences depending on your preferences:

  SPEEDY The OBSERVER No HURRY
Preference I want it now; I have deep pockets. I enjoy watching my garden grow; mid-range budget. I'm not in a rush and want to save money.
Spacing 6" on center 9" on center 12" on center
Conversion factor* 4 1.78 1
Fill-in time 3-5 months 4-6 months 5-7 months 

 * multiply your square footage by the conversion factor to get the number of plugs needed

Ruschia Nana Succulent plugs planting and spacing

Ruschia ‘Nana’ tolerates a range of soil types, but will establish faster in soils that have had the top 4" loosened or tilled, and that have been amended with organic matter if needed, to improve soil texture.

Planting Ruschia ‘Nana’ is simple. First, make sure site is properly prepared, and that plugs are well watered. Next, dig a hole twice as wide and the same depth as the plug. Place the plug in the hole and lightly pack loose soil around it, exposing foliage above soil level. IMPORTANT: Leave no air pockets! Plug soil not surrounded by landscape soil will dry out quickly and reduce chance of survival. 

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