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Perennial Peanut - Yellow (Arachis glabrata) 4"

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Affordable starter for Floridaโ€™s golden, edible groundcover ๐ŸŒผ
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Perennial Peanut - Yellow (Arachis glabrata) 4"
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๐ŸŒฟ โ€˜Yellowโ€™ Perennial Peanut (Arachis glabrata) โ€” 4โ€ Starter ๐ŸŒž๐Ÿ’›

Floridaโ€™s Sunshine Groundcover for Sustainable Lawns

Start small, grow big! Our 4โ€ starter size of โ€˜Yellowโ€™ Perennial Peanut is the perfect, economical way to begin your journey toward a lush, low-maintenance, and eco-friendly landscape. Whether youโ€™re filling between fruit trees, establishing a living mulch in your garden, or replacing a thirsty lawn, this starter plant will quickly root and spread โ€” creating a beautiful golden carpet of blooms that improves your soil and supports pollinators.


๐ŸŒฟ Quick Facts (At-a-Glance)

Category Details
Botanical Name Arachis glabrata (โ€˜Yellowโ€™)
Common Name Yellow Perennial Peanut, Ornamental Peanut
Plant Type Warm-season perennial groundcover (legume)
Size at Sale 4โ€ starter pot (young plant, economical for mass planting)
Mature Height & Width 6โ€“12 in. tall (mowed lower); spreading groundcover
USDA Zones 8bโ€“11
Sun Requirements Full sun for best blooming (6+ hours daily)
Cold Hardiness Top growth burns below 30ยฐF; rhizomes survive and regrow in spring
Growth Habit Low, spreading, sod-forming, rhizomatous
Spacing 12โ€“18 in. apart for quick full coverage

๐ŸŒผ Why Choose the 4โ€ Starter Size?

  • Perfect for mass plantings or large landscape projects
  • Easier to ship affordably across Florida and the Southeast
  • Establishes quickly once planted in warm soil
  • Excellent for living mulch between orchard rows or in food forests
  • A budget-friendly way to start large areas of eco-groundcover

๐ŸŒฑ Top Benefits & Uses

๐Ÿ’ง Water-Saving Lawn Replacement

Once established, it thrives with minimal watering and stays green in Floridaโ€™s toughest heat.

๐ŸŒพ Soil Builder & Nitrogen Fixer

Enriches soil naturally โ€” no need for nitrogen fertilizer.

๐ŸŒบ Long Blooming Season

Golden-yellow flowers appear nearly year-round in frost-free zones.

๐Ÿ Pollinator-Friendly

Native bees adore the bright blossoms, helping increase pollination across your property.

๐ŸŒฟ Erosion Control & Living Mulch

Its dense rhizome network holds soil in place, making it ideal for slopes, sandy soils, and between fruit trees.


๐ŸŒž Where to Plant

Choose a full-sun location with well-drained sandy or loamy soil. Avoid heavy clay or constantly wet spots. Perfect for:

  • Lawns and pathways (low-traffic areas)
  • Orchard understories and between fruit trees
  • Berms, slopes, and sandy gardens
  • Food forests and regenerative landscapes

๐ŸŒฑ How to Plant (High & Tight Method)

  1. Dig a hole slightly wider than the pot and no deeper than the rootball.
  2. Keep crown level with or slightly above the soil line.
  3. Backfill with native soil and compost, pressing gently to eliminate air pockets.
  4. Water thoroughly and mulch around (not touching stems).
  5. Space plants 12โ€“18 inches apart for fast coverage.

For a demonstration, watch our GreenDreams โ€œHigh & Tightโ€ planting video on YouTube.


๐Ÿ’ง Watering

  • Water daily for the first week, then reduce to 2โ€“3 times weekly.
  • Once established, the perennial peanut thrives on minimal irrigation.

โœ‚๏ธ Mowing & Maintenance

  • Optional mowing encourages dense, uniform growth and repeat blooms.
  • Mow or trim every 4โ€“6 weeks if used as a decorative lawn.
  • Minimal care needed beyond occasional edging and weeding during early growth.

๐ŸŒผ Edible & Ecological Notes

  • Flowers are edible and have a fresh, green-peanut flavor โ€” a fun, subtle treat for salads and garnishes.
  • Use caution when harvesting from areas that may have been exposed to chemicals, fertilizers, or pet activity.
  • Always harvest from clean, organically maintained areas.
  • Blooms also attract small pollinators and beneficial insects that help balance your garden ecosystem.

๐ŸŒฟ Seasonal Behavior

In Zones 8bโ€“9a, foliage may die back in winter after frost, regrowing in spring from rhizomes. In South Florida, it stays mostly evergreen and continues to bloom.


๐Ÿชด Container & Small-Space Growing

Use your 4โ€ starter as a potted accent or spillover plant in patio containers, raised beds, or micro food forests. It thrives with full sun and good drainage.


โš ๏ธ Cautions

  • Handles only light foot traffic; not suitable for heavy play areas.
  • Avoid constant soggy soils; prefers well-drained conditions.
  • Foliage burns in frost but rebounds quickly once warm.

Troubleshooting Guide

Problem Likely Cause & Fix
Slow establishment Common with 4โ€ startersโ€”keep soil moist and weed-free during first 2โ€“3 months.
Yellowing leaves Check drainage and avoid overwatering; top-dress with compost or minerals.
Few blooms Increase sunlight exposure and consider light trimming to refresh growth.
Winter dieback Normal response to frost; regrowth occurs in spring.

โ“ FAQ

How long until it fills in?

Typically 6โ€“12 months for full coverage when spaced properly in Floridaโ€™s growing season.

Do I need fertilizer?

No nitrogen fertilizer required. Add compost or trace minerals if desired.

Can it handle shade?

It will grow in partial shade but blooms best in full sun.

Is it edible?

Yes! Flowers taste like fresh green peanuts โ€” but harvest only from chemical-free and pet-free areas.

Can I mow it like grass?

Yes! Occasional mowing keeps it tidy and encourages more flowers.


๐ŸŒŸ Is This Plant Right for You?

โœ… Perfect For:

  • Home gardeners, permaculture enthusiasts, and orchard growers
  • Water-wise landscapes, coastal plantings, and Florida nativescape designs

โŒ Not Ideal For:

  • Constantly shaded or poorly drained areas
  • Heavy-use lawns or footpaths

๐Ÿ“ฆ Shipping & Handling

  • Available Sizes: 4โ€ starter & 1-gallon size
  • Shipping Areas: Best suited for Florida, the Southeastern U.S., and Texas
  • Shipping Method: UPS Ground every Monday
  • Disclaimer: Buyer discretion advised during peak heat or cold. GreenDreams is not responsible for weather-related shipping damage.
  • 4โ€ size ships well regionally but may dry faster than 1-gallon plants; water immediately upon arrival.

Local Pickup

GreenDreams Nursery & Farm

18709 US Hwy. 41, Spring Hill, FL 34610

Hours: Tuesdayโ€“Friday 9 AMโ€“5 PM | Saturday 8 AMโ€“3 PM


๐ŸŒฟ Beyond the Plant: GreenDreams Services

At GreenDreams, we donโ€™t just grow plants โ€” we design, build, and restore ecosystems across Florida.

  • ๐ŸŒณ Onsite consultations & edible landscape design
  • ๐Ÿšœ Installation & project management
  • ๐Ÿšš Bulk delivery of compost, mulch, biochar, and soil materials
  • ๐ŸŒพ Wholesale & regenerative solutions

Let our team help you create your thriving edible paradise โ€” starting with the โ€˜Yellowโ€™ Perennial Peanut! ๐ŸŒฟ

IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE PURCHASING LIVE PLANTS:
*Please be advised that our online store selections are NOT available for pickup at our retail location in Spring Hill, Florida.

Inventory for our online store is located at a separate facility and are priced and handled exclusively for packaging & shipping.
Click here to learn more about our Spring Hill, FL retail nursery location
, including countless more nursery selections ready for pickup - larger sizes and wider variety of plants not suitable for nationwide delivery.
 

1. Shipping Stress: Transportation can be stressful for plants, particularly when they spend several days in a confined, dark environment. It’s common for plants to experience leaf drop during this period. Rest assured, most plants typically recover quickly and thrive with minimal aftercare. However, some may need extra attention, love, and care, requiring appropriate watering and exposure to gentle light post-unboxing.
 

2. Potential Physical Damage: Despite our dedicated efforts to ensure that your plants are securely packaged, they may incur damage during shipping and handling by UPS. Rest assured, our shipping team is committed to packing your selections with utmost care and precision to minimize any potential harm.

  • For significant box damage, please reach out to UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.

  • For minor damages, such as a broken branch or stem, we advise allowing the plant time to recover and regenerate with proper care and attention.
     

3. Long-Distance Shipping Considerations: Orders shipped over long distances, particularly to the western US, may take 3 - 5 business days to arrive due to various factors, including agricultural inspections in Arizona, California, and Texas. Such extended transit times can be particularly challenging for tender, young plants, affecting their quality due to prolonged confinement.

  • We take additional measures during packaging to facilitate a swift recovery of the plants upon unboxing.

  • Initial extra care and attention might be required over the first few weeks post-transport.
     

For further guidance, kindly review our detailed policies on returns and refunds, as well as our comprehensive plant care guide. We appreciate your understanding and patience in nurturing your new plants.

 

๐ŸŒฟ Important Shipping Information

Please take a moment to review our shipping protocols designed to ensure your plants arrive in optimal condition.

  • Countdown Clock: At the top of our online store, you'll notice a countdown clock. This tool helps communicate our weekly shipping schedule, providing clarity on when you can expect your orders to be dispatched.

  • Shipping Schedule: Our nursery, located in the heart of Central Florida, ships orders once weekly, every Monday. This is a strategic decision to prevent packages from being stationary over the weekends, ensuring that our plants travel as swiftly as possible across the country, even reaching as far as California.

  • Shipping Method: At present, we offer ground shipping rates to meet various needs while maintaining the well-being of our plants during transit.

  • Our Dedicated Team: We are a boutique nursery with a passionate team. Our members wear many hats, contributing to shipping, nursery operations, and engaging in valuable local projects. As we blossom and expand, rest assured that enhancing and streamlining our processes remains a priority to serve you better

 

 

 

Terms and Conditions for Purchasing Live Plants

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1. Understanding of Shipping Stress

By purchasing live plants from our store, the customer acknowledges that transportation can be stressful for plants. It is common for plants to undergo leaf drop or experience other temporary issues during shipping. However, it is understood that most plants recover quickly with adequate care and attention post-shipping.

2. Awareness of Potential Physical Damage

Customers acknowledge that despite our best efforts in packaging, there may be occurrences of damage during shipping and handling. For substantial damages to the package, customers agree to contact UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.

3. Acknowledgement of Long-Distance Shipping Considerations

Customers recognize that shipments, especially those directed to the western US, may be subjected to longer shipping durations of 3-5 business days. Customers agree to provide necessary care to the plants, recognizing that the quality of the plants may be affected due to prolonged shipping times.

4. Agreement with Shipping Information and Schedule

Customers, by making a purchase, have reviewed and agreed upon our shipping protocols and schedules. They acknowledge the presence of a countdown clock on the website and our once-weekly shipping policy every Monday, recognizing the rationale behind avoiding weekend layovers for the plants.

5.Extreme Weather Conditions

Customers acknowledge that our store is not responsible for damage or loss of live plants due to extreme weather conditions during transit and delivery. This includes exposure to cold or freezing temperatures during the winter months and extreme heat during the summer. We provide tracking information when orders are processed every Monday to ensure customers are aware of the delivery schedule. It is the customer's responsibility to prevent packages from being left outside in conditions that may cause damage. Our store does not accept responsibility for any adverse effects caused by weather conditions beyond our control.

6. No Refund Policy

Customers agree that refunds are only processed under exceptional circumstances. Our store will not be held responsible for poor plant choices relative to location suitability, extreme conditions during and/or post-shipment, and improper post-purchase plant care.

7. Responsibility of Care

Upon purchase, customers agree to assume full responsibility for the ongoing care of the plants. This includes, but is not limited to, appropriate watering, exposure to suitable light, and adherence to specific care instructions pertinent to each plant type.

8. Consent

By proceeding with this purchase, customers consent to all the terms and conditions stated above, confirming understanding and agreement to all stipulations mentioned.

These terms and conditions aim to ensure clarity, mutual understanding, and agreement between the seller and the customer to facilitate a smooth transaction and foster a positive customer experience.

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