You will not be allowed to compare more than 4 products at a time
View compareProduct
Blue Star Creeper Isotoma fluviatilis
Blue Star Creeper Isotoma fluviatilis
Regular price
$12.95 USD
Sale price
$12.95 USD
Regular price
Unit price
per
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Semi-evergreen |
| Light Requirement | Full Sun, Partial |
| Soil Condition | Dry, Well Drained, Moist |
| Bloom Season | Spring, Summer, Autumn |
| Bloom Color | Blue |
| Mature Height | 0 - 1ft |
| Growth Rate | Fast-Growing |
| Planting Zone | 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 |
Only 157 left in stock!
Sub total:
$12.95
Share
Couldn't load pickup availability
Description
Details
Planting Instructions
Shipping Information
Reviews
Description
Blue Star Creeper (Isotoma fluviatilis) β Tiny Blue Blooms for Pathways, Rock Gardens & Fairy Gardens
Blue Star Creeper is a lowβgrowing, evergreen groundcover that brings delicate charm to sunny or lightly shaded garden spaces. Its tiny starβshaped blue flowers appear from spring through fall, creating a soft, enchanting carpet ideal for pathways, rock gardens, containers, and whimsical fairyβgarden designs. With its dense matβforming habit and easyβcare nature, itβs a favorite for filling small spaces with yearβround texture.
Key Features:
β’ Tiny starβshaped light blue flowers from spring to fall
β’ Evergreen or semiβevergreen depending on climate
β’ Reaches only 3 inches tall and spreads up to 18 inches wide
β’ Thrives in full sun to partial shade
β’ Forms a dense, low mat ideal for softening edges and filling gaps
β’ Excellent for fairy gardens, steppingstones, and containers
Common Questions:
β’ What problem does Blue Star Creeper solve? It fills small spaces between stones, softens pathway edges, and adds color to areas where taller plants donβt fit.
β’ Is it good for beginners? Yes, itβs easy to grow with wellβdrained soil and moderate watering.
β’ Will it grow in full sun? Yes, it thrives in full sun and tolerates partial shade.
β’ How fast does it spread? It spreads steadily up to 18 inches wide.
β’ Is it evergreen? Evergreen in warmer climates; semiβevergreen in cooler regions.
Description:
Blue Star Creeper (Isotoma fluviatilis) is a charming, lowβprofile groundcover known for its tiny blue flowers and dense, carpetβforming habit. It works beautifully between steppingstones, in rock gardens, under shrubs, or as a living mulch in containers. Its fine texture and long bloom season make it especially popular for fairy gardens and small decorative spaces. With moderate watering and wellβdrained soil, it establishes quickly and provides soft, yearβround greenery.
Planting & Care:
β’ Soil: Prefers wellβdrained soil
β’ Sun: Full sun to partial shade
β’ Water: Moderate; water regularly during establishment
β’ Spacing: Plant to allow an 18βinch spread
β’ Maintenance: Minimal; trim lightly if needed to maintain shape
Seasonal Notes:
β’ Blooms from spring through fall
β’ Evergreen in warm climates; semiβevergreen in cooler zones
β’ Handles light foot traffic between steppingstones
Ideal Uses:
β’ Groundcover under shrubs or perennials
β’ Between steppingstones and pathways
β’ Rock gardens
β’ Containers and hanging baskets
β’ Fairy gardens needing tiny, delicate blooms
Explore more options in our SunβLoving Groundcovers collection, including Creeping Thyme for a fragrant, walkable companion plant.
Order Blue Star Creeper:
Transform your outdoor spaces with the delicate charm of Blue Star Creeper from Greenwood Nursery. Its tiny blue blooms, lowβgrowing habit, and versatility make it a standout choice for pathways, rock gardens, and decorative plantings.
Shipping Information:
β’ Available Sizes: Pint pots
Related Collections:
β’ SunβLoving Groundcovers
β’ Evergreen Groundcovers
β’ Rock Garden Plants
β’ Fairy Garden Plants
Details
Planting Instructions
Shipping Information
Orders containing only hard goods generally ship right away
as the inventory allows. Those items ship year-round and generally within one
week.
When ordering plants during fall or spring shipping, we will
set your order for theΒ next available shipping week appropriate for your
location. April and May are our busiest months, and sometimes shipping delays
happen. Plants may be processed later than scheduled or the shipping department may get behind. This is not the norm, but it does sometimes happen. Please bear with us if this happens.
Our bare-root (field-grown) trees and shrubs typically arrive at the facility for shipping in November, December, and January (for fall shipping) and in February, March, April, and May (for spring shipping).
An example ofΒ month-by-month shippingΒ would be as follows, as plants are available:
January - zones 9 - 10Β
February - zones 8 - 10Β
March - zones 7 - 10
April - zones 6 - 10
May - zones 5 - 9
June - zones 3 - 8
JulyΒ - zones 3 - 7
August - zones 4 - 7
September - zones 5 - 8
October - zones 5 (some areas) - 9
November - zones 6 (some areas)Β - 10Β
December - zones 8 - 10
Β
Reviews
Growing Zones 4-8
Pair text with an image to focus on your chosen product, collection, or blog post. Add details on availability, style, or even provide a review.