A mat-forming alpine with silver-grey leaves covered with white-silky hairs. Pale green flowerheads in summer. Max Height 1cm. Max Spread 20cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun/partial shade. Frost hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Raoulia hookeri
A mat-forming alpine with silver-grey leaves covered with white-silky hairs. Pale green flowerheads in summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Raoulia |
|---|---|
| Species | hookeri |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | green |
| Soil | Gritty |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1cm |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Spread | 20cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Mat-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | silver, grey |
| Flowers From | June, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | Protect from winter wet |
| Hardiness | Frost hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Rock garden, Scree, Alpine house |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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