Aurinia saxatilis 'Tom Thumb'

Also Known As

Tom Thumb Basket Of Gold

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 4"-6"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

5b-9b

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Aurinia saxatilis 'Tom Thumb' plant details

Aurinia saxatilis 'Tom Thumb' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with blue and green foliage. In spring cream and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aurinia saxatilis 'Tom Thumb'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: brassicaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: cream and yellow blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aurinia saxatilis 'Tom Thumb'

USDA Zones: 5b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Evergreen and herbaceous, a perennial for full sun and well-drained soils. Pale yellow flowers are produced in spring above small gray leaves. 'Tom Thumb' grows to about 6" high and is suitable in rock gardens or against dry walls. Hardy to below 0F. Eastern Europe.