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Blue Star Creeper Isotoma fluviatilis
Blue Star Creeper Isotoma fluviatilis
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SKU: P BLU STA-1
| 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 |
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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
Planting Instructions
How Your Plants Are Shipped & Care Instructions
To ensure a seamless transition to your garden, please follow the specific steps below based on the type of plant you ordered:
π¦ 1. Container-Grown Plants
Our container-grown plants are shipped with fully established root systems nestled in premium potting media.
- Unpack & Water Instantly: Carefully remove the protective packaging and check the soil moisture. Give the pot a thorough watering until moisture runs out the bottom drainage holes.
- Acclimation Period: Place your container plant in a sheltered, partially shaded location for 2 to 3 days to help it recover from transit before moving it to full sun.
- Planting Depth: Plant at the exact same depth it was sitting in its shipping container, gently loosening the outer roots if they are encircling the root ball.
- Moisture Control: Keep the soil consistently damp but never soggy for the first few weeks as the roots expand.
π± 2. Seedling & Liner Bare-Root Plants
Seedlings and liners are young, vibrant plants shipped without pots to make transit highly efficient.
- Immediate Attention: Unpack immediately upon arrival. If you cannot plant them right away, keep the roots moist and store them in a cool, shaded location out of the wind.
- Hydration First: Soak the roots in a bucket of water for 1 to 2 hours right before planting to wake them up.
- Planting: Spread the roots out naturally in the planting hole. Ensure the crown (where the roots meet the stem) sits right at the soil level. Water thoroughly to settle the soil around the roots.
πΎ 3. Groundcover Bare-Root Plants
Groundcover bare-root bundles (like Vinca minor or Sedum) are shipped dormant or semi-dormant, ready to take off once in the ground.
- Check Moisture: Open the bundle immediately. The packing material around the roots should be damp. If planting is delayed a day or two, lightly mist the roots to keep them from drying out.
- Soak Before Planting: Soak the root systems in water for about an hour before putting them in the ground.
- Spacing & Depth: Plant them at the same depth they were growing previously, firming the soil gently over the roots to eliminate any air pockets. Water heavily right after planting and keep the area consistently moist until established.
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
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