Evergreen tufted cushion with rosettes of hairy-margined, narrow mid-green leaves. Umbels of pink, yellow-eyed flowers. Max Height 5cm. Max Spread 8cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun. Hardy.
Androsace carnea
Evergreen tufted cushion with rosettes of hairy-margined, narrow mid-green leaves. Umbels of pink, yellow-eyed flowers.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
| Generic | Androsace |
|---|---|
| Species | carnea |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | pink |
| Soil | Light |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 5cm |
| Family | Primulaceae |
| Spread | 8cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Cushion-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | |
| Care | |
| Border | Rock garden, Scree |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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