Rock Jasmine. Evergreen cushion-forming alpine with dense rosettes. Leaves mid-green above and covered in long, silky hairs beneath. Deep purple-pink, yellow-to green-eyed flowers. Max Height 5cm. Max Spread 15cm. Flowers April to May. Full sun. Hardy.
Androsace villosa var. jacquemontii
Evergreen cushion-forming alpine with dense rosettes. Leaves mid-green above and covered in long, silky hairs beneath. Deep purple-pink, yellow-to green-eyed flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Androsace |
|---|---|
| Species | villosa |
| Varietry | var. jacquemontii |
| Common Name | Rock Jasmine |
| Flower Colour | purple, pink |
| Soil | Gritty |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 5cm |
| Family | Primulaceae |
| Spread | 15cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Cushion-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | silver, grey |
| Flowers From | April, May |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | |
| Care | Cut back after flowering |
| Border | Rock garden |
| Toxicity | |
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