Creeping Wire Vine (Muehlenbeckia axillaris 'Nana'): Fine-Textured Ground Cover

Creeping wire vine, also known as maidenhair vine or mattress vine, is a low-growing, wiry-stemmed perennial with tiny, round, dark green leaves. The cultivar 'Nana' (syn. 'Little Leaf') is especially compact. It forms a dense, moss-like mat that tolerates light foot traffic.

Botanical Profile

Native to New Zealand, this plant thrives in sun to part shade and well-drained soil. It's excellent between pavers, in rock gardens, and as a lawn substitute. It can be invasive in ideal conditions; monitor its spread.