Go Back Saxifraga Purple Robe

Posted: May 7, 2019 at 3:49 PM
Saxifraga x arendsii 'Purple Robe'
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    Plant Type: Perennials

    An easy care perennial that looks great in a rock wall crevice or cascading over the top. Although saxifragas are normally thought of for the rock garden, they grow well in garden soils with plenty of humus that won't dry out.

    Currently not available for online purchase.

    Growing & Maintenance Tips:

    Dead head flowers and divide rosettes in spring or autumn.

    Flower Color

    Carmine-red

    Foliage Color

    Cushion forming tufts of green leaves

    Plant Spread

    10-12 in.

    Good Companions

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    Plant Height

    12-16 in.

    Scape Height

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    Hardness Zone

    4-9

    Soil Moisture

    Average to moist soil needs

    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

    Flower beds, Border , Ground cover, Rock Gardens

    Bloom Time

    May to June

    Critter Resistance

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    Exposure

    Full sun to part sun

    Growth Rate

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    Seasonal Interests

    Leaves turn a deep mahogany color when the weather turns cool.