Saxifraga spathularis
Also Known As
- St. Patrick's Cabbage
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 12"
- W: 8"
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Saxifraga spathularis plant details
Saxifraga spathularis is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring and summer pink and purple flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Saxifraga spathularis
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: saxifragaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 8 IN wide, 12 IN tall
- Flowers: pink and purple blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: container plant, edging plant, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Saxifraga spathularis
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Gardening facts about Saxifraga spathularis plant
How to Grow Saxifraga spathularis
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- purple
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 12"
- sun - shade
- even moisture
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - shade
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
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Size
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- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
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Size
Height: 1"-2"
Width: 6"-8"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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