A clump-forming alpine with narrow dark green leaves. Upright stems of pretty, unusual fawn-pink flowers in summer and early autumn. Max Height 20cm. Max Spread 20cm. Flowers June to September. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Sisyrinchium nudicaule x montanum
A clump-forming alpine with narrow dark green leaves. Upright stems of pretty, unusual fawn-pink flowers in summer and early autumn.
Additional information
| Generic | Sisyrinchium |
|---|---|
| Species | nudicaule |
| Varietry | x montanum |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | pink |
| Soil | Poor |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 20cm |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Spread | 20cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Protect from winter wet |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | |
| Border | Rock garden |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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