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 |
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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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