A choice alpine forming a flat rosette of fleshy, mid-green leaves and pretty clusters of white to peach-pink flowers. Max Height 20cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers March to June. Partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Lewisia tweedyi
A choice alpine forming a flat rosette of fleshy, mid-green leaves and pretty clusters of white to peach-pink flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Lewisia |
|---|---|
| Species | tweedyi |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | white, peach, pink |
| Soil | Gritty |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 20cm |
| Family | Portulacaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| 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 | |
| Border | Alpine house, Rock garden |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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