A choice dwarf alpine forming a tuft of narrow, dark green leaves and star-shaped white or pink-flushed flowers. Max Height 10cm. Max Spread 10cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Lewisia longipetala
A choice dwarf alpine forming a tuft of narrow, dark green leaves and star-shaped white or pink-flushed flowers.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
Generic | Lewisia |
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Species | longipetala |
Varietry | |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | white, pink |
Soil | Gritty |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 10cm |
Family | Portulacaceae |
Spread | 10cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | May, June |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | Protect from winter wet |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep dry when summer dormant |
Border | Alpine house, Rock garden |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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