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Frog fruitis a flowering herbaceous plant that is often used as agroundcover.
Native throughout southern and central United States, the species is highly adaptable to various site conditions.
If this describes your situation, frog fruit might solve your landscaping problem.
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Frog fruit can be grown infull to part shadeand do amazing.
Soil
For best results, plant frog fruit in well-draining soil.
You will not have to add amendments to perfect your soil when planting frog fruit.
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Water
Watering frog fruit is the largest concern for caring for the plant until it is established.
While drought tolerant, the species appreciate extra irrigation during dry, hot weather.
Temperature and Humidity
Frog fruit enjoys warm weather and takes to the humidity well.
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In warm conditions, it will remain evergreen or semi-evergreen during warm winters.
It can thrive during droughts and do well in dry and humid climates but does not tolerate cold.
Keeping frog fruit to its suggestedUSDA zones of 7-11will ensure your plants thrive and stay attractive year-round.
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it’s possible for you to purchase commercially available commercially at any nursery or online.
If youlook for an NPK formulaof 2-6-4, your frog fruit will be happy and healthy.
Use As a Groundcover
The most common use of frog fruit is as a ground cover.
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Pruning
Frog fruit does not need to be pruned.
The best time to prune the plant is right after the last blooms have died off.
you could use garden snips or even sharp scissors as long as they are cleaned with alcohol.
With frog fruit being used as a ground cover and a lawn alternative, mowing is also an option.
Benefits
The benefits of this native plant are many.
Frog fruit is a perfect plant to add around apollinator garden.
Getting more flowers is good for everyone involved, homeowners and animals alike.
What Do Frog Fruit Blooms Look and Smell Like?
Frog fruit flowers are not particularly showy.
They are small flowers with pinkish or white petals that surround a purple center.
The smell is very delicate but pleasant, similar to a faint lilac smell.
The solution is to water more.
Insect issues do not often occur because the plant attracts insects that regulate the insects that feed on it.
It is a very low-maintenance plant and deserves a look if you are searching for a great ground cover.
Yes, you’re free to mow frog fruit.
It is best mowed after the last blooms die off right before the first frost.
Frog fruit is being used more and more as an ecologically friendly alternative to non-native turf grasses.
