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Baby's Tears

Soleirolia Soleirolii

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Overview

Soleirolia soleirolii, commonly known as Baby's Tears, is an evergreen perennial showcasing delicate, lush green foliage. Thriving in moist, well-drained soil, it prefers partial to full shade, making it ideal for ground cover or container gardens. This low-growing plant reaches a height of 1-6 inches with a spread of 12-18 inches, creating a dense, carpet-like appearance. Its rapid growth and mat-forming habit provide an excellent option for filling gaps in shaded areas.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater High, MediumZones 10–10
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — commonly known as Baby's Tears

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
High, Medium
USDA zones
10–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Urticaceae

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Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — ground cover / perennial for full or half or shade
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — contributing an idyllic charm and requiring little care to maintain their lush appearance
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — making it ideal for ground cover or container gardens; with a preference for a humid microclimate
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — Its rapid growth and mat-forming habit provide an excellent option for filling gaps in shaded areas; this evergreen
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — This low-growing plant reaches a height of 1-6 inches with a spread of 12-18 inches; commonly known as Baby's Tears
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — This evergreen perennial is characterized by its lush; its rapid growth and mat-forming habit provide an excellent
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — boasts a delicate yet robust presence in any garden landscape; baby's Tears are a whimsical addition to any client's
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — commonly referred to as Baby's Tears; flourishing under the canopy of larger trees or in the dappled light of a woodland
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — imparting a velvety texture to the garden floor; these plants require minimal pruning but do benefit from regular
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — rounded leaves less than 1/8 inch across; may also present in golden or variegated forms
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — typically a vibrant green; it prefers partial to full shade
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — Baby's Tears thrive in part to full shade; contributing an idyllic charm and requiring little care to maintain their
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — may also present in golden or variegated forms; rounded leaves less than 1/8 inch across
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — adding nuanced color beneath taller plantings.<br><br>Adaptable to zones 9 to 11; they should be planted in rich
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — flourishing under the canopy of larger trees or in the dappled light of a woodland garden; commonly referred to as
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — They should be planted in rich, well-draining soil, with a preference for consistent moisture; adding nuanced color
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — these plants require minimal pruning but do benefit from regular watering during dry spells; imparting a velvety texture
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — With a preference for a humid microclimate; making it ideal for ground cover or container gardens
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — However, good drainage is crucial to prevent root rot; they are effective as living mulch, helping to retain soil
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — Offering visual texture and a feeling of enchantment; ground cover / perennial for full or half or shade
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — They are effective as living mulch, helping to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds; however, good drainage is
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — Baby's Tears are a whimsical addition to any client's garden; boasts a delicate yet robust presence in any garden
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — commonly known as Baby's Tears; this low-growing plant reaches a height of 1-6 inches with a spread of 12-18, image 49
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — contributing an idyllic charm and requiring little care to maintain their lush appearance; baby's Tears thrive in part

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Shade · Zones 9–10