Petrorhagia saxifraga
Tunic Flower |
USDA Zone: 2-9 |
Plant number: 1.408.500
(Formerly Tunica saxifraga) Tunic Flower is a low-growing alpine or rock garden plant, which forms a mound of fresh-green leaves, bearing a cloud of tiny white or pale pink flowers beginning in early summer, and continuing for weeks. Plants should be clipped back hard after blooming, to rejuvenate the foliage. Will stay evergreen, in mild winter areas. Excellent as an edging plant, or growing in the cracks of rock walls. Plants will self seed prolifically, unless faded flowers are trimmed off. This species is a good choice for summer colour in the rock garden.
Further details for
Petrorhagia saxifraga
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Full Sun
Soil Type Normal or Sandy
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Dry
Care Level Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour Light Pink Mixed White
Blooming Time Early Summer Mid Summer Late Summer Late Spring
Foliage Color Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Alpine & Rock Containers Drought Tolerant Edging Evergreen
Flower Head Size Very Small
Height 15-20 cm 6-8 inches
Spread 15-30 cm 6-12 inches
Foot Traffic Light
Growth Rate Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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