~Platt's Black Brass Buttons~ 

Ferny, feathery brown and green foliage is evergreen.    Chosen for the "Great Plant Picks"™ in 2003. 

Bloom:  Insignificant button flowers bloom in summer.

Habit:  1-2" tall and up to 24" wide. 

Exposure:  Full sun to part shade.

Site:  Plant in humus rich, moist, yet well drained soil.

Spreading rate:  Medium. 

Uses:  Excellent plant for between stepping stones or lawn substitute.  Makes a good stream side or rock garden plant. A great plant for the "bark dust look".  Can be planted over bulbs.

Fertilizing:  Feed in early spring and again lightly in early fall.  Use a balanced fertilizer, preferably one containing a slow release nitrogen source.  Always follow the manufacturer's label recommendations when making any applications of fertilizer.  Be sure to rinse the fertilizer off the foliage.

Watering:  Regular summer water should be provided the first couple of years to ensure good plant establishment and to promote maximum growth.  After that, water as needed. 

Pruning:  Prune as you wish to control height and shape.

Foot traffic:  Tolerates foot traffic.

Hardiness:  -20° to -10° F.