A choice alpine forming a flat rosette of fleshy, dark green leaves and variable flowers of salmon pink with pink veining. Max Height 30cm. Max Spread 25cm. Flowers May to August. Partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Lewisia cotyledon
A choice alpine forming a flat rosette of fleshy, dark green leaves and variable flowers of salmon pink with pink veining.
Additional information
| Generic | Lewisia |
|---|---|
| Species | cotyledon |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | pink |
| Soil | Gritty |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 30cm |
| Family | Portulacaceae |
| Spread | 25cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Protect from winter wet |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | |
| Border | Alpine house, Rock garden |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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