Also known as Blue Star Creeper · 70 gardener saves
Pratia: the varieties gardeners actually grow
Pratia, the genus most gardeners know as blue star creeper. We track 4 varieties; these are the ones gardeners actually save and plant, ranked by real saves rather than catalog marketing. Each links to full care, bloom, and live price data.
The 4 most-saved Pratia varieties
Of 4 in the catalog — ordered by how many gardeners actually grow them.
#1 most savedBlue Star Creeper
Pratia pedunculata 'County Park'
#2 most savedWhite Star Creeper
Pratia angulata 'White Star Creeper'
#3 most savedLittle Star Creeper
Pratia pedunculata 'Little Star Creeper'
White Star Creeper
Pratia angulata
How to grow Pratia
What the Pratia varieties in our catalog actually agree on — drawn from the care records of the 4 most-grown of them, not from a generic template.
The Pratia year
- PlantMarch, April and September100% of varieties
Plant plugs or divisions in spring or early fall
- DivideMarch, April and September100% of varieties
Divide clumps every few years to control spread or propagate
- Spring CleanupFebruary50% of varieties
Rake away winter debris before new growth starts
Do
- Water regularly to keep soil moist but not waterlogged 🌱
- Prune after flowering to maintain shape and promote new growth
- Fertilize monthly during the active growing season
- Water during dry spells 🌱
- Prune lightly after flowering
Avoid
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Don’t expose to full, harsh sunlight if leaves scorch
- Refrain from heavy pruning during dormancy
- Overwater to prevent fungal issues ❌
What goes wrong with Pratia
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Sticky residue and curled leaves | Apply insecticidal soap or neem oil |
| Spider mites | Fine webbing on foliage | Increase humidity and apply miticide if needed |
| Root rot | Wilting and yellowing leaves with soggy roots | Improve drainage and reduce watering |
Making more Pratia
Cuttings
- Select healthy stems and cut 4-6 inches long
- Remove lower leaves and dip in rooting hormone
- Plant in moist potting mix and keep humid for 6 weeks
Seeds
- Scatter seeds on moist soil surface in spring
- Lightly press into soil and keep moist for germination
- Maintain soil moisture for 2-3 weeks
Pratia questions
How many types of Pratia are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 4 distinct Pratia varieties. The most popular — ranked by 70 real gardener saves — are shown first above.
What zones does Pratia grow in?
Across its varieties, Pratia covers USDA Zones 5–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Pratia bloom?
Most Pratia varieties bloom in early summer, late spring. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Pratia should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.
Keep exploring
Design with Pratia in your own yard
Snap a photo of your space and see these varieties planted in it — sized correctly, matched to your zone, with care reminders included.
