Toothed Saxifraga

Saxifraga Tricuspidata

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Overview

Toothed Saxifraga (Saxifraga tricuspidata) is a resilient, low-growing alpine perennial. It features compact rosettes of toothed, evergreen leaves, spanning up to 2 inches wide. In late spring to early summer, it bears white flowers on slender stems reaching 6-8 inches tall. Ideal for rock gardens and crevices, it prefers well-drained soil and partial to full sun exposure. Hardy and requires minimal maintenance. USDA zones 3-8.

Sun Deep Shade, ShadeWater MediumZones 2–8Climate Alpine

Toothed Saxifraga (Saxifraga Tricuspidata) — Toothed Saxifraga (Saxifraga tricuspidata) is a resilient, low-growing alpine perennial

Toothed Saxifraga (Saxifraga Tricuspidata) — It features compact rosettes of toothed, evergreen leaves, spanning up to 2 inches wide

Toothed Saxifraga (Saxifraga Tricuspidata) — In late spring to early summer, it bears white flowers on slender stems reaching 6-8 inches tall

Toothed Saxifraga (Saxifraga Tricuspidata) — Ideal for rock gardens and crevices, it prefers well-drained soil and partial to full sun exposure

Toothed Saxifraga (Saxifraga Tricuspidata) — Hardy and requires minimal maintenance

Toothed Saxifraga (Saxifraga Tricuspidata) — scientifically known as Saxifraga tricuspidata

Toothed Saxifraga (Saxifraga Tricuspidata) — is a perennial plant notable for its low-maintenance nature and adaptability

Culture

Sun: Deep Shade, Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 2–8

Shape & size

Mature width: 1–2 Ft.

Classification

Family: Saxifragaceae
Climate: Alpine

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Toothed Saxifraga (Saxifraga Tricuspidata) — Toothed Saxifraga (Saxifraga tricuspidata) is a resilient, low-growing alpine perennial

Toothed Saxifraga (Saxifraga Tricuspidata) — It features compact rosettes of toothed, evergreen leaves, spanning up to 2 inches wide

Toothed Saxifraga (Saxifraga Tricuspidata) — In late spring to early summer, it bears white flowers on slender stems reaching 6-8 inches tall

Toothed Saxifraga (Saxifraga Tricuspidata) — Ideal for rock gardens and crevices, it prefers well-drained soil and partial to full sun exposure

Toothed Saxifraga (Saxifraga Tricuspidata) — Hardy and requires minimal maintenance

Toothed Saxifraga (Saxifraga Tricuspidata) — scientifically known as Saxifraga tricuspidata

Toothed Saxifraga (Saxifraga Tricuspidata) — is a perennial plant notable for its low-maintenance nature and adaptability

Toothed Saxifraga (Saxifraga Tricuspidata) — often thriving in USDA Hardiness Zones 2-9

Toothed Saxifraga (Saxifraga Tricuspidata) — with its preference for rocky and well-drained soils

Toothed Saxifraga (Saxifraga Tricuspidata) — lends itself beautifully to rock gardens

Toothed Saxifraga (Saxifraga Tricuspidata) — and fleshy leaves that reach up to 1 inch long

Toothed Saxifraga (Saxifraga Tricuspidata) — Saxifraga tricuspidata forms a compact ground cover rarely exceeding 2 to 4 inches in height

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