Purple Saxifrage. A mat-forming saxifrage with thin rosettes of dark green leaves. Purple-red flowers in mid-spring. Max Height 3cm. Max Spread 20cm. Flowers March to April. Partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Saxifraga oppositifolia ‘Splendens’ (9)
A mat-forming saxifrage with thin rosettes of dark green leaves. Purple-red flowers in mid-spring.
Additional information
| Generic | Saxifraga |
|---|---|
| Species | oppositifolia |
| Varietry | 'Splendens' (9) |
| Common Name | Purple Saxifrage |
| Flower Colour | purple, red |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 3cm |
| Family | Saxifragaceae |
| Spread | 20cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Mat-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | March, April |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Rock garden |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
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