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Saxifraga

Genus

Also called saxifrage

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Saxifraga
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Fact sheet

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Typeperennial

“Saxifraga is a diverse genus of low-growing perennial plants” — How to Grow Saxifraga — LizPlants

Days to maturity2–3 years

“Established flowering in 2-3 years from seed; some varieties flower first year from nursery plants” — How to Grow Saxifraga — LizPlants

Germination temperature57.2–62.2 °F

“provide bright, indirect light and cool temperatures (50-60°F)” — How to Grow Saxifraga — LizPlants

LightPartial shade to full sun

“Sun: Partial shade to full sun depending on species; most prefer 4-6 hours of sun with afternoon shade in hot climates” — How to Grow Saxifraga — LizPlants

WaterModerate watering during growing season; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Water at base to avoid wetting foliage. Reduce watering in winter.

“Moderate watering during growing season; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Water at base to avoid wetting foliage.” — How to Grow Saxifraga — LizPlants

Soil pH6–7

“pH: 6.0-7.0” — How to Grow Saxifraga — LizPlants

Spacing5–8.5 in

“Spacing: 6-12 inches depending on variety (cushion types closer, spreading types further apart)” — How to Grow Saxifraga — LizPlants

Height12 in

“reaching heights of up to 12 inches” — Growing Saxifrage in Crevices: A Step-by-Step Guide - Plant Grower World

Propagationseed

“Seed germination” — How to Grow Saxifraga — LizPlants

Ready whendelicate flowers emerge on short stems from rosettes; colors range from white, pink, red, and yellow to bi-colors; blooms typically appear in spring

“Delicate flowers emerge on short stems from rosettes; colors range from white, pink, red, and yellow to bi-colors” — How to Grow Saxifraga — LizPlants

Indoorshanging baskets

“Growing Saxifraga in hanging baskets is particularly advantageous” — Saxifraga Plant Care: A Comprehensive Guide to Cultivation and Maintenance

Pestsaphids, slugs, mealybugs

“Watch for pests such as aphids or slugs and treat accordingly” — Saxifraga Care and Propagation Guide - Bloomvara

Companionsalpine phlox, sempervivum, sedum, armeria, dianthus, arabis, thyme, hellebores, primrose, ajuga

“Plant with: Alpine phlox, Sempervivum, Sedum, Armeria, Dianthus, Arabis, Thyme, Hellebores, Primrose, Ajuga” — How to Grow Saxifraga — LizPlants

Keep away frommoisture-loving plants (hostas, astilbes), deep-rooted competitors (large shrubs), roses)

“Avoid planting near: Moisture-loving plants (hostas, astilbes) Deep-rooted competitors (large shrubs) Plants requiring heavy feeding (tomatoes, roses)” — How to Grow Saxifraga — LizPlants

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