The Saxifrage include a huge number of alpines. This selection is a good choice for the partially shaded rock garden, wall garden or scree. Plants form a low cushion or mound of bright green leaves, bearing short stems of upfacing, cup-shaped pink flowers in spring. Requires a cool, moist location. Dislikes drought and hot humid summer weather. Trim lightly after blooming to remove the flower stems. Adapts well to growing in clay pots or alpine troughs. A light top-dressing of sand right after flowering will help to keep the clumps tight and free from root-rot.
Sun Exposure
Partial Shade
Soil Type
Normal or
Sandy or
Clay
Soil pH
Neutral or
Alkaline or
Acid
Soil Moisture
Average or
Moist
Care Level
Easy
Flower Colour
pink with yellow center
Blooming Time
Early Summer
Mid Spring
Late Spring
Foliage Color
Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Alpine & Rock
Attracts Butterflies
Containers
Cut Flower
Deer Resistant
Edging
Rabbit Resistant
Evergreen
Flower Head Size
Very Small
Height
10-20 cm
4-8 inches
Spread
15-30 cm
6-12 inches
Foot Traffic
Light
Growth Rate
Medium