Touran™ Deep Red Saxifrage
Saxifraga x arendsii 'Rock Red' PP #19,643
SKU
43703
This cool-season alpine perennial provides an abundance of blooms that will last all spring and into early summer. Vibrant magenta-edged petals fade to white towards the center of the flower. Forms a low cushion of deer and rabbit resistant foliage. Perfect in a rock garden, bed, or border. Excellent in pots. An evergreen perennial.
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Filtered sun, Partial shade, Partial sun
Needs regular watering- weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
CHECK RETAILERS FOR AVAILABILITY:
- Barlow Flower Farm
1014 Sea Girt Ave. Sea Girt NJ 08750
- Lowe's
520 Route 70 Brick NJ 08723
- Saker Shoprites, Inc
10 Centerville Road Holmdel NJ 07733
- L.b. Forcellati & Sons, Inc.
1846 Rt. 35 Wall Township NJ 07719
| Botanical Pronunciation | saks-if-FRAG-uh ar-END-see-eye |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Reaches 4 to 8 in. tall, 6 to 10 in. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Spring to Early Summer |
| Design Ideas | Perfect for filling in small spots. Plant at the front of borders, or along rock edging and accents where it will fill in against the edge nicely. Plant en masse to create dense mats that hug the ground. A popular choice for rock gardens. Also an excellent addition to containers. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Cottage, Rustic |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Rock Garden, Woodland Garden |
| Light Needs | Filtered sun, Partial shade, Partial sun |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Compact Form |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Needs regular watering- weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
Grows easily in average to enriched, evenly moist, well drained soil. Thrives in cool summer areas. Prune lightly after bloom period to remove spent flower stems and rejuvenate the foliage. Feed in early spring and again after flowering.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 4 - 8
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 7
Good to grow!