Saxifrage. A tight cushion-forming saxifrage with rosettes of green leaves. Bright yellow flowers in mid-spring. Max Height 5cm. Max Spread 15cm. Flowers March to April. Partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Saxifraga x kayei ‘Buttercup’
A tight cushion-forming saxifrage with rosettes of green leaves. Bright yellow flowers in mid-spring.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
| Generic | Saxifraga |
|---|---|
| Species | x kayei |
| Varietry | 'Buttercup' |
| Common Name | Saxifrage |
| Flower Colour | yellow |
| Soil | Gritty |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 5cm |
| Family | Saxifragaceae |
| Spread | 15cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Cushion-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | March, April |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Rock garden |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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