Bitterroot. A choice dwarf alpine forming a rosette of fleshy, narrow, dark green leaves and broadly funnel-shaped pink or white flowers with narrow petals. Max Height 5cm. Max Spread 10cm. Flowers March to June. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Lewisia rediviva
A choice dwarf alpine forming a rosette of fleshy, narrow, dark green leaves and broadly funnel-shaped pink or white flowers with narrow petals.
Additional information
| Generic | Lewisia |
|---|---|
| Species | rediviva |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Bitterroot |
| Flower Colour | pink, white |
| Soil | Gritty |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 5cm |
| Family | Portulacaceae |
| Spread | 10cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | March, 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 | |
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