Leptinella squalida 'Platt's Black'
Stunning black and green miniature fern-like leaves offer outstanding texture. Carpet-like perennial is the perfect filler for cracks between flagstones in moist, shady areas. Quickly fills in to keep weeds out. May be used as an evergreen lawn substitute over small areas. Useful in rock gardens.  Sold in gallon container.
 
Watering Needs: Water regularly, when top 3 in. of soil is dry.
Plant type: Groundcover, Perennial
Deciduous/evergreen: Evergreen
Growth rate: Fast
Average landscape size: Fast grower to 2 in. tall, spreading to 18 in.
Special features: Dramatic Foliage Color
Foliage color: Black
Blooms: Tiny yellow flowers in late spring
Flower color: Yellow