Creeping Bossiaea (Bossiaea Prostrata) is a perennial shrub in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Bossiaea prostrata is a prostrate, spreading, scrambling shrub native to Australia, known for its small, ovate to oblong leaves and bright yellow flowers.

Creeping Bossiaea

Creeping Bossiaea

Bossiaea Prostrata

Bossiaea prostrata is a prostrate, spreading, scrambling shrub native to Australia, known for its small, ovate to oblong leaves and bright yellow flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, nitrogen fixer, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Creeping Bossiaea

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Creeping Bossiaea
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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Bossiaea