Does Isotoma Blue Star Creeper last all year?

I'm looking for a ground covering to replace my front yard. While ivy is fine, I am actually quite fond of the Isotoma Blue Star Creeper. How is it as a ground covering (for the entire front yard)... does it stay green throughout the year, including the hot summer and cold winter?





I'm in zone 6, and it would have little to no shade.





Thank you!





P.S.- If it isn't a good ground covering that'll stay green thoughout the year, what is a good ground covering to replace a zone 6 yard w/no shade?

Does Isotoma Blue Star Creeper last all year?
yes, it's a perennial. laurentia fluviatilis, technically. and it's fine in full sun, as long as you keep it from getting too dry. problem is, it 's not suited for zone 6. bummer. zones 4,5,8,9,14-24.





UPDATE: my books were confusing and inconsistant about this species. i have now found a picture of "isotoma" under the correct name of "pratia" and the good news is that it's for zones 5-7! go for it. i've grown it for a client and it does quite well. amend well to give it fertile and well drained soil. buy it in cell packs at a nursery, install the plugs about 6-8 inches apart. plant them level with the soil, not sticking above it at all (common mistake). put down a thin lyer of top dressing (very fine mulch) afterward.
Reply:pratia penduculata is NOT the same as isotoma, they are differnet plant species. pratia is less hardy than isotoma (zone7 and up. Report It


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