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Lewisia cotyledon var. heckneri hybrids

Also Known As

  • Lewisia cotyledon Heckneri Hybrids

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 8"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Lewisia cotyledon var. heckneri hybrids plant details

Lewisia cotyledon var. heckneri hybrids is a broadleaf evergreen perennial herb with green foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lewisia cotyledon var. heckneri hybrids

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: montiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 IN wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer
Uses: rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lewisia cotyledon var. heckneri hybrids

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lewisias are classic plants for the rock garden and this strain has great leaves and fab flowers in mainly pink shades with pale striping - very eye-catching! The variety heckneri is native to northern California and is distinguished by the undulate leaf margins. Good drainage. Easy.

Gardening facts about Lewisia cotyledon var. heckneri hybrids plant

How to Grow Lewisia cotyledon var. heckneri hybrids

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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