Saxifraga ‘Cloth of Gold’ (Mossy Saxifrage)

USDA Zones: 4-9

The Saxifrage include a huge number of alpines. This selection falls among those that are best tackled by the more advanced gardener, best sited in a partially shaded rock garden, wall garden or scree. Plants form a low cushion or mound of bright golden-yellow leaves, bearing short stems of upfacing, cup-shaped white flowers in spring. Requires a cool, moist location. Dislikes drought and hot humid summer weather. Trim lightly after flowering to remove the flower stems. Adapts well to growing in clay pots or alpine troughs.

 Sun Exposure  

  Partial Shade

Soil Type 
  Normal or
  Sandy 

Soil pH 
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture 
  Average or
  Moist

Care Level 
  Moderate

Flower Colour 
  White 

Blooming Time 
  Early Summer  
  Mid Spring  
  Late Spring 

Foliage Color 
  Yellow 

Plant Uses & Characteristics 
  Accent: Good Texture/Form  
  Alpine & Rock  
  Containers  
  Deer Resistant  
  Edging  
  Rabbit Resistant  
  Evergreen  
  Ground Cover 

Flower Head Size 
  Very Small 

Height 
   10-20 cm  
   4-8 inches

Spread 
   20-30 cm  
   8-12 inches

Foot Traffic 
   Light 

Growth Rate 
   Slow