Dymondia margaretae

Dymondia margaretae is one of the best low-water groundcovers you can grow, especially where you need something flat, dense, and durable. This South African native forms a tight, weed-suppressing mat of curled blue-green leaves with silvery undersides, creating a subtle glowy effect that looks handsome year-round.

Growing less than a couple inches tall and spreading steadily over time, Dymondia is excellent as a lawn alternative, between pavers, along pathways, in parking strips, around patios, or even as a tough container accent. It tolerates foot traffic, resists deer, and brings a clean, tailored look without the thirst of a traditional lawn. In summer, small yellow daisy-like flowers appear tucked close to the foliage.

Plant Dymondia margaretae in full sun near the coast, with afternoon shade appreciated in hotter inland gardens. Provide regular water while establishing to encourage spreading, then reduce irrigation as plants settle in. Extremely drought tolerant and wonderfully useful, this groundcover is a true dry-garden workhorse. Explore more water-wise textures in our Succulents collection.

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If a plant arrives in substandard condition, please take clear photographs and contact us within 48 hours of delivery. To ensure eligibility under this guarantee, we strongly encourage you to open and unpack your shipment immediately upon delivery and inspect the plants thoroughly.

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Standard live-plant shipping to eligible destinations is $16.99 for 1–6 plants, $22.99 for 7–12, $28.99 for 13–18, $34.99 for 19–24, and $40.99 for 25–30. For 31 or more plants, shipping is 20% of the order value. Expedited shipping is priced separately at checkout.

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