5x Purple Piri Piri - $5.99 each
Superb groundcover for rock gardens and sunny slopes
Excellent weed-suppressing carpet for difficult dry sites
Provides dramatic colour contrast in native or modern plantings
Great around stepping stones, pavers, and paths
Ideal companion to flaxes, grasses, libertia, hebe, and silver/grey foliage plants Care & Maintenance
Pruning: Trim lightly to control spread if needed.
Watering: Water while establishing; very low water needs once mature.
Feeding: Rarely required; optional light spring feed in poor soils.
Pests & Diseases: Generally pest-free; ensure good drainage to prevent root issues. Additional Tips
Colour darkens in cool weather—an excellent winter feature.
Avoid waterlogged soils to maintain dense, healthy growth.
Can be used as a “living mulch" due to its dense, weed-suppressing form. Fun Fact / Botanical Insight
The name inermis means “unarmed," referring to this acaena’s unusual trait of producing spineless burrs, making it far more garden-friendly than many other species. Why Choose Acaena inermis ‘Purple’?
A stunning, low-care groundcover offering rich purple foliage, fast coverage, and year-round visual appeal—perfect for modern, dry, and low-maintenance gardens.
Pot Size: These are our standard size in 7cm square pots.