Rockfoil

Saxifraga X Arendsii

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Overview

Saxifraga x arendsii, commonly known as Rockfoil, is a resilient perennial ideal for rock gardens. This low-growing plant reaches 6-12 inches in height and delights with a profusion of small, star-shaped flowers in spring. With a preference for well-drained, moist soil and partial shade to full sun, Rockfoil forms lush mounds of vibrant green foliage, offering a charming ground cover that is both hardy and low maintenance.

Sun Deep Shade, ShadeWater MediumZones 5–7Climate Alpine

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — Saxifraga x arendsii, commonly known as Rockfoil, is a resilient perennial ideal for rock gardens

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — this hardy plant thrives in USDA zones 4 through 8 and is an excellent choice for rock gardens

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — making it a compact but impactful addition to the garden

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — Saxifraga x arendsii, commonly known as Rockfoil, is a resilient perennial ideal for rock gardens

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — is a charming perennial that adds a touch of whimsy and texture to any landscape design

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — With a preference for well-drained

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — star-shaped flowers in spring

Culture

Sun: Deep Shade, Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 5–7

Shape & size

Mature height: 4–10 Inches
Mature width: 1–2 Ft.

Classification

Family: Saxifragaceae
Climate: Alpine

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Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — Rockfoil forms lush mounds of vibrant green foliage

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — this hardy plant thrives in USDA zones 4 through 8 and is an excellent choice for rock gardens

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — making it a compact but impactful addition to the garden

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — Saxifraga x arendsii, commonly known as Rockfoil, is a resilient perennial ideal for rock gardens

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — is a charming perennial that adds a touch of whimsy and texture to any landscape design

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — With a preference for well-drained

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — star-shaped flowers in spring

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — Belonging to the Saxifragaceae family

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — offering a charming ground cover that is both hardy and low maintenance

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — moist soil and partial shade to full sun

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — Each plant produces delicate, five-petaled blooms that cluster on wiry stems well above the foliage

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — and occasionally feature subtle spotting or streaks

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — requiring well-drained soil and even moisture

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — It prefers cooler conditions and should be protected from the hot afternoon sun in warmer climates

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — white flowers in the garden

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — ground cover / perennial with white blooms

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — ground cover / perennial for deep shade or shade

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — The foliage of Saxifraga x arendsii is of particular interest

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — The flowers can come in a range of colors including white

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — Saxifraga x arendsii puts on a showy display of flowers

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — rounded leaves that form a dense

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — offering a charming ground cover that is both hardy and low maintenance; it prefers cooler conditions and should be protected

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — moist soil and partial shade to full sun, image 25

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — With a preference for well-drained; it prefers cooler conditions and should be protected from the hot afternoon sun in warmer

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