Mountain Avens. A mat-forming subshrub with wrinkled green leaves, white beneath. Upward-facing, cup-shaped creamy white flowers with yellow stamens. Max Height 10cm. Max Spread 1m. Flowers April to May. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Dryas octopetala
A mat-forming subshrub with wrinkled green leaves, white beneath. Upward-facing, cup-shaped creamy white flowers with yellow stamens.
Additional information
| Generic | Dryas |
|---|---|
| Species | octopetala |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Mountain Avens |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | Gritty |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 10cm |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Spread | 1m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Mat-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | April, May |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | |
| Border | Rock garden, Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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