Saxifraga paniculata 'Foster's Red'

Also Known As

Saxifraga kolenatiana 'Foster's Red'
Foster's Red Saxifrage
Foster’s Red Encrusted Saxifrage
Foster’s Red Silver Saxifrage

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 6"
W: 12"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Saxifraga paniculata 'Foster's Red' plant details

Saxifraga paniculata 'Foster's Red' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with blue and green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Saxifraga paniculata 'Foster's Red'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: saxifragaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, edging plant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Saxifraga paniculata 'Foster's Red'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional

Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Gardening facts about Saxifraga paniculata 'Foster's Red' plant

How to Grow Saxifraga paniculata 'Foster's Red'

Sun Exposure
- sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty

Features

Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- red
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous

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Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 5"

Width: 12"

sun - shade
even moisture

Photo of Saxifraga stolonifera 'Veitchiana' foliage by Cistus Nursery

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