Botanical name
Goodenia ovata ‘Gold Cover’
Common name
Gold Cover
Gold Cover description
Goodenia ovata ‘Gold Cover’ is a very hardy Australian native that is perfect for that hot spot where nothing else seems to grow.
Growing to a height of 15cm and a width of 1m, this groundcover plant has attractive dark green foliage accompanied by masses of golden yellow flowers throughout the warmer months, particularly in late Spring and Summer.
Climate
Temperate
Plant cultivation and care
‘Gold Cover’ prefers full sun. Highly adaptable to most soil types, this plant is a must for that harsh hot spot in the garden. It tolerates dry conditions and light frost. Do not over water if planted in a pot.
Propagate from cuttings taken in Autumn.
Plant use
Hanging baskets, pots, banks, retaining walls, groundcover, as a weed suppressant, dry gardens, native gardens
Pruning
Prune lightly after flowering to give the plant a tidy up.
Pests and diseases
No specific pests or diseases.
