Lewisia cotyledon [Elise Mixed]

Also Known As

Lewisia cotyledon 'Elise Mix'
Lewisia cotyledon 'Elise'
Elise Lewisia

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2"-8"
W: 6"-8"

planting zones

3a-9b

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Lewisia cotyledon [Elise Mixed] plant details

Lewisia cotyledon [Elise Mixed] is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer coral, orange, pink, salmon, white and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lewisia cotyledon [Elise Mixed]

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: montiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 8 IN - wide, 2 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: coral, orange, pink, salmon, white and yellow blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: award-winning, container plant, edging plant, long-blooming, native plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lewisia cotyledon [Elise Mixed]

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lewisia cotyledon ‘Elise Mix’ displays large, evergreen fleshy rosettes of green spoon leaves. Showy clusters of pinwheel flowers in a single hue from a wide range of bright colors available. Any well-drained soil is suitable, though prefers gravels with minimal soil. This low-growing plant is a good plant for rock or alpine gardens. Drought tolerant once established.

By: Little Prince of Oregon

Lewisia forms little evergreen succulent rosettes and blooms in late spring with clusters of brilliantly coloured flowers which, in the case of 'Elise', consists of pink, rose, salmon, orange, white, yellow and some bicolors. A native of alpine regions, Lewisia require good drainage and enjoy full to part sun. Plant them in containers, rock gardens and in the crevices of retaining walls.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

A breakthrough in breeding from Holland, 'Elise' blooms the first year from seed. Shades of pastel pink, rose, salmon, orange, white and yellow, and striking bicolor blooms create a tapestry of unexpected beauty. Provide sharply drained soils. Picture perfect in a terracotta pot, it will bloom all season long."