Buy Erinus alpinus
Also Known As
- Alpine Balsam
- Fairy Foxglove
- Liver Balsam
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 2"-4"
- W: 6"-12"
planting zones
- 4a-10b
3.5" | $13
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Erinus alpinus plant details
Erinus alpinus is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer lavender and pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Erinus alpinus
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: plantaginaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 2 IN - 4 IN - tall
- Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: compact, container plant, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Erinus alpinus
- USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: gritty and well-drained
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Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Also known as Fairy Foxglove, Liver Balsam, Alpine Balsam, a great plant for rock gardens, troughs, etc. Producing pink violet flowers on wiry stems atop cushions of dwarf tufts. The dainty foliage is spoon shaped and grows 2-4" tall. Needs a gitty soil, well drained, sun to part shade. Flowering in May to June, hardy in Zone 4-10.
Gardening facts about Erinus alpinus plant
How to Grow Erinus alpinus
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- lavender
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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