Pearlwort. A mat-forming alpine with narrow yellow-green leaves and white flowers in summer. Max Height 1cm. Max Spread 20cm. Flowers June to July. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Sagina subulata ‘Aurea’
A mat-forming alpine with narrow yellow-green leaves and white flowers in summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Sagina |
|---|---|
| Species | subulata |
| Varietry | 'Aurea' |
| Common Name | Pearlwort |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | Poor |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 1cm |
| Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Spread | 20cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Mat-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | yellow, green |
| Flowers From | June, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Ground cover, Rock garden |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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