Platt's Black Brass Buttons
Leptinella squalida 'Platt's Black'
Filtered sun, Full shade, Full sun, Partial shade, Partial sun
Water regularly, when top 3 in. of soil is dry.
THIS PLANT MAY BE AVAILABLE IN THESE STORES:
Due to the seasonal nature of plants, availability at your local garden center is not guaranteed. Give them a call before visiting.
- 101 Market
8980 Quantrelle Ave. N.e. Otsego MN 55330
- 14th Street Garden Center
793 Jersey Ave. Jersey City NJ 07303
- 3rd Avenue Floral & Greenhouse
1110 3rd Ave. West Dickinson ND 58601
- 4 Ever Green Ldsp. & Dgn
21457 214th Circle Ave Milford IA 51351
Average Size at Maturity | Fast grower to 2 in. tall, spreading to 18 in. |
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Bloom Time | Tiny yellow flowers in late spring |
Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
Flower Color | Yellow |
Foliage Color | Black |
Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Contemporary, Cottage, Mediterranean, Rustic, Tropical |
Growth Rate | Fast |
Landscape Use | Rock Garden |
Light Needs | Filtered sun, Full shade, Full sun, Partial shade, Partial sun |
Soil Needs | All-Purpose Plant Food |
Special Feature | Dramatic Foliage Color, Extreme Cold Hardiness, Shade Loving |
Water Needs | Moderate |
Watering Needs | Water regularly, when top 3 in. of soil is dry. |
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Tolerates more sun in cool summer climates. For a neat appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-9

Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
Your climate may be too cold for this plant