Peanut Grass Plant — Arachis pintoi | Yellow Flowering Ground Cover & Lawn AlternativePeanut Grass (Arachis pintoi), also known as Perennial Peanut or Forage Peanut, is a dense, low-growing ground cover that produces cheerful small yellow flowers and forms a lush, weed-suppressing carpet. An excellent low-maintenance lawn alternative for Indian gardens, slopes, and terrace gardens.Plant Details Botanical Name: Arachis pintoi Common Names: Peanut Grass, Perennial Peanut, Forage Peanut, Pintoi Peanut Family: Fabaceae Plant Type: Perennial creeping ground cover Height: 15–25 cm Flower Colour: Bright yellow, small peanut-like flowers Flowering Season: Year-round in warm climates Growing Conditions Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade Watering: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established Soil: Tolerates poor, sandy, and clay soils; fixes nitrogen naturally Fertilizer: Minimal — nitrogen-fixing plant; light balanced NPK once or twice a year Container Suitability: Good in wide shallow pots and grow bags Landscaping Uses: Lawn alternative, slope cover, weed suppressor, garden border, terrace ground cover Care Guide Mow or trim occasionally to maintain neat, carpet-like appearance Spreads naturally by runners — excellent for covering large areas Nitrogen-fixing roots improve soil health naturally Highly drought-tolerant once established — ideal for water-wise gardens Customer FAQsQ: Can Peanut Grass replace a regular lawn?A: Yes — it is one of the best low-maintenance lawn alternatives for Indian gardens, requiring far less water and mowing than traditional grass.Q: Does it spread on its own?A: Yes — it spreads by surface runners and fills in gaps naturally over time.Q: Is it safe for children and pets?A: Yes — it is non-toxic and safe for children and pets to walk on.✓ Nursery Fresh ✓ Healthy Dispatch ✓ Secure Packaging ✓ Expert Support ✓ WhatsApp AssistanceShipping: ₹80/kg within Kerala. Outside Kerala: no refund/replacement for transit damage. Continuous opening video required for Kerala claims.Images are representative. Minor natural variation in size, colour, and growth stage is expected and not a defect.
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