A pretty dense compact cushion of rosettes with umbels of exquisite little deep pink flowers. Max Height 5cm. Max Spread 8cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun. Hardy.
Androsace carnea ssp. laggeri
A pretty dense compact cushion of rosettes with umbels of exquisite little deep pink flowers
Category: Alpines
Additional information
| Generic | Androsace |
|---|---|
| Species | carnea |
| Varietry | ssp. laggeri |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | pink |
| Soil | Light, Gritty |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 5cm |
| Family | Primulaceae |
| Spread | 8cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Cushion-forming, Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | Protect from winter wet |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | |
| Care | Dead head after flowering |
| Border | Rock garden, Scree |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Aphids |
| Maintenance | Keep free from weeds |
| Propagation | Division, Seed |
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