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Saxifraga cespitosa (Tufted saxifrage )
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0.15m
Max height
Max height
0.3m
Max spread
Max spread
5-10 years
To maturity
To maturity
Plant details
Botanical name
Saxifraga cespitosa
Other names
Tufted saxifrage , Tufted alpine saxifrage
Genus
Saxifraga Saxifraga
Species
S. cespitosa - S. cespitosa is a mat- or cushion-forming, evergreen perennial with rosettes of lobed, hairy, light green leaves and short, wiry, upright, sometimes red-flushed stems bearing cream to white flowers from spring into summer.
Saxifraga cespitosa is: Evergreen
Habit
Mat Forming, Cushion or Mound Forming, Rosette
Flower
White in Spring; White in Summer
Foliage
Light green in All seasons
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Aphids , Glasshouse red spider mite , Slugs , Vine weevil Aphids , Glasshouse red spider mite , Slugs , Vine weevil
Diseases
Generally disease-free
General care
Pruning
Trim lightly after flowers to remove spent flower stalks. Do not cut in autumn or spring.
Propagation methods
Division
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Where to grow
Saxifraga cespitosa (Tufted saxifrage ) will reach a height of 0.15m and a spread of 0.3m after 5-10 years.
Suggested uses
Containers, Gravel, Low Maintenance, Rock
Cultivation
Grow in moderately fertile, consistently moist but very well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil in partial shade. Prefers cool, moist summers. A light top-dressing of sand after flowering will help keep clumps tight and avoid root-rot.
Soil type
Chalky, Loamy, Sandy
Soil drainage
Moist but well-drained
Soil pH
Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Partial Shade
Aspect
East, West
Exposure
Exposed
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
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Botanical name
Saxifraga cespitosa
Other names
Tufted saxifrage , Tufted alpine saxifrage
Genus
Saxifraga Saxifraga
Species
S. cespitosa - S. cespitosa is a mat- or cushion-forming, evergreen perennial with rosettes of lobed, hairy, light green leaves and short, wiry, upright, sometimes red-flushed stems bearing cream to white flowers from spring into summer.
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Mat Forming, Cushion or Mound Forming, Rosette
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Colour
Flower
White in Spring; White in Summer
Foliage
Light green in All seasons
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Aphids , Glasshouse red spider mite , Slugs , Vine weevil
Diseases
Generally disease-free
General care
Pruning
Trim lightly after flowers to remove spent flower stalks. Do not cut in autumn or spring.
Propagation methods
Division
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Where to grow
Saxifraga cespitosa (Tufted saxifrage ) will reach a height of 0.15m and a spread of 0.3m after 5-10 years.
Suggested uses
Containers, Gravel, Low Maintenance, Rock
Cultivation
Grow in moderately fertile, consistently moist but very well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil in partial shade. Prefers cool, moist summers. A light top-dressing of sand after flowering will help keep clumps tight and avoid root-rot.
Soil type
Chalky, Loamy, Sandy
Soil drainage
Moist but well-drained
Soil pH
Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Partial Shade
Aspect
East, West
Exposure
Exposed
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
USDA zones
Zone 9, Zone 8, Zone 7, Zone 6, Zone 5, Zone 4
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| Hardiness: | Hardy (H4) | Tell us... |
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