Description
Muehlenbeckia mew-len-BEK-ee-uh
It’s hard to find room for a plant which has neither showy flowers nor evergreen leaves to boast of, however, Muehlenbeckia deserves a spot in many gardens. It shines planted alone, as the finely textured, black stems are the perfect foil for the astonishingly round, glossy leaves. It is both tough enough to look after itself and fast enough to be noticed despite its diminutive height, plus it quickly forms a dense mat which weeds are unlikely to penetrate. It’s the leaves’ unique ability to stay in excellent condition from April through October (or later) which makes all these uses suitable; no cutting back or grooming is generally required.
