Photo by Elle-Epp
Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 2.0 Generic
Lewisia cotyledon forma alba
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 2"-8"
- W: 6"-10"
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Lewisia cotyledon forma alba plant details
Lewisia cotyledon forma alba is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Lewisia cotyledon forma alba
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: montiaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 10 IN - wide, 2 IN - 8 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: container plant, native plant, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Lewisia cotyledon forma alba
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Garden photo gallery of Lewisia cotyledon forma alba
Gardening facts about Lewisia cotyledon forma alba plant
How to Grow Lewisia cotyledon forma alba
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Lewisia for your garden
aka Lewisia columbiana ssp. rupicola, Lewisia rupicola
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 12"
Width: 8"
- sun - mostly shade
- low - drought tolerant
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly shade
- dry in summer
aka Lewisia longipetala 'Plum', Lewisia longipetala x cotyledon 'Little Plum', Plum Cliff Maids
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
4a-10b
Size
Height: 6"-8"
Width: 6"-8"
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Bitterroot
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 4"
Width: 8"
- sun - mostly sun
- low
aka Lewisia cotyledon 'Magenta'
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 8"-10"
Width: 12"
- mostly sun
- regular - low
- dry in summer
![Photo of Lewisia cotyledon [magenta-flowered] flower, form by Annie's Annuals & Perennials](https://d3bbsv6h7qkr8y.cloudfront.net/0a/3b/0a3b1db3e1d548dd12666ee874c26ef9.webp)
Mailing List
Sign Up for updates on new plant arrivals and deals© 2010—2024 Plant Lust, LLC All Rights Reserved