Saxifraga umbrosa

Saxifraga umbrosa, Saxifrage umbrosa, Saxifraga umbrosa L

Saxifraga umbrosa is a small herbaceous perennial grown for its pretty flowers and lush foliage. It forms a low mound of succulent, green foliage which becomes adorned with light pink flowers during spring and summer, and typically grows to 20 cm tall and the same wide. Saxifraga umbrosa is a great choice for rock gardens, container growing, using as a groundcover, or planting between stones in a rock garden.

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Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Perennials
Height:	20 cm
Spread:	20 cm
Flowering time:	Spring, Summer
Tolerances:	Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses:	Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Saxifraga umbrosa, Saxifrage umbrosa, Saxifraga umbrosa L
Sku	17098

Saxifraga umbrosa Details

Saxifraga umbrosa is a small herbaceous perennial grown for its pretty flowers and lush foliage. It forms a low mound of succulent, green foliage which becomes adorned with light pink flowers during spring and summer. It typically grows to 20 cm tall and the same wide, performing best when planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of dry periods, moderate frost, and coastal environments. Saxifraga umbrosa is a great choice for rock gardens, container growing, using as a groundcover, or planting between stones in a rock garden. A mass planting is well suited to this plant.

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