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Saxifraga hypnoides (Mossy saxifrage)
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0.2m
Max height
Max height
0.35m
Max spread
Max spread
5-10 years
To maturity
To maturity
Plant details
Botanical name
Saxifraga hypnoides
Other names
Mossy saxifrage, Cut-leaved saxifrage, Dovedale moss, Eve's cushion, Indian moss, Lady's cushion, Queen's cushion
Genus
Saxifraga Saxifraga
Species
S. hypnoides - S. hypnoides is a cushion- or mound-forming, evergreen perennial bearing rosettes of linear to lance-shaped, bright green leaves, flushed red in autumn, and, from late spring into summer, slender, upright stems bearing star-shaped, white flowers with yellow centres.
Saxifraga hypnoides is: Evergreen
Habit
Cushion or Mound Forming
Flower
White in Spring; White in Summer
Foliage
Bright-green in All seasons
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Vine weevil , Slugs , Glasshouse red spider mite , Aphids Vine weevil , Slugs , Glasshouse red spider mite , Aphids
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 hypnoides (Mossy saxifrage) will reach a height of 0.2m and a spread of 0.35m after 5-10 years.
Suggested uses
Rock, Low Maintenance, Gravel, Containers
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
Well-drained, 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 hypnoides
Other names
Mossy saxifrage, Cut-leaved saxifrage, Dovedale moss, Eve's cushion, Indian moss, Lady's cushion, Queen's cushion
Genus
Saxifraga Saxifraga
Species
S. hypnoides - S. hypnoides is a cushion- or mound-forming, evergreen perennial bearing rosettes of linear to lance-shaped, bright green leaves, flushed red in autumn, and, from late spring into summer, slender, upright stems bearing star-shaped, white flowers with yellow centres.
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Cushion or Mound Forming
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Colour
Flower
White in Spring; White in Summer
Foliage
Bright-green in All seasons
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Vine weevil , Slugs , Glasshouse red spider mite , Aphids
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 hypnoides (Mossy saxifrage) will reach a height of 0.2m and a spread of 0.35m after 5-10 years.
Suggested uses
Rock, Low Maintenance, Gravel, Containers
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
Well-drained, 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
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| Soil pH: | Alkaline, Neutral | Tell us... |
| Light: | Partial Shade | Tell us... |
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| Hardiness: | Hardy (H4) | Tell us... |
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