Lewisia columbiana var. rupicola

Also Known As

Lewisia columbiana ssp. rupicola
Lewisia rupicola

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"
W: 8"

planting zones

6a-9b

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Lewisia columbiana var. rupicola plant details

Lewisia columbiana var. rupicola is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring magenta, pink and white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lewisia columbiana var. rupicola

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: montiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: magenta, pink and white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lewisia columbiana var. rupicola

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: low

Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Airy baby's breath sprays of tiny pink flowers, narrow leaved rosettes, a demure and charming species, too seldom seen in cultivation. ZONE 4

By: Arrowhead Alpines

Small rosettes form attractive clumps or "buns". Dark pink flowers in the spring. Similar to the Lewisia columbiana v. columbiana, but magenta flowers and multiple rosettes. (English) Ferris Coast Mts., Oregon. Rosettes grow to 12cm wide.