Brass Buttons

Leptinella squalida

easy outdoor ✓ Pet safe

💧 Watering

Every 1–2 weeks, keep soil slightly moist

☀️ Light

Full sun to partial shade

💦 Humidity

Average

🌡️ Temperature

25–80°F (-4–27°C)

🪏 Soil

Average, well-draining soil

✨ Fertilizing

Once in spring

🪴 Repotting

Divide as needed

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About Brass Buttons

Extremely low growing groundcover with ferny bronze-green foliage. Tolerates moderate foot traffic. Great between pavers.

Care tips

  • Tolerates light foot traffic when established
  • Bronze foliage is striking and unusual
  • Perfect for filling gaps between stepping stones

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