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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 5–7Type Ground cover, PerennialClimate Alpine
Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — Saxifraga x arendsii, commonly known as Rockfoil, is a resilient perennial ideal for rock gardens; moist soil and, image 43

Culture

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

Shape & size

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

Classification

Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Family
Saxifragaceae
Climate
Alpine

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Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — ground cover / perennial for deep shade or shade; it prefers cooler conditions and should be protected from the hot afternoon
Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — moist soil and partial shade to full sun, image 46
Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — Each plant produces delicate, five-petaled blooms that cluster on wiry stems well above the foliage; the foliage of Saxifraga
Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — requiring well-drained soil and even moisture; the foliage of Saxifraga x arendsii is of particular interest, image 101
Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — star-shaped flowers in spring; the foliage of Saxifraga x arendsii is of particular interest, image 149
Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — Rockfoil forms lush mounds of vibrant green foliage; the foliage of Saxifraga x arendsii is of particular interest, image 131
Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — The foliage of Saxifraga x arendsii is of particular interest, image 74
Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — white flowers in the garden; moist soil and partial shade to full sun
Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — star-shaped flowers in spring; the foliage of Saxifraga x arendsii is of particular interest, image 86
Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — requiring well-drained soil and even moisture; the foliage of Saxifraga x arendsii is of particular interest, image 122
Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — rounded leaves that form a dense
Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — The foliage of Saxifraga x arendsii is of particular interest, image 158
Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — making it a compact but impactful addition to the garden; moist soil and partial shade to full sun, image 52
Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — It prefers cooler conditions and should be protected from the hot afternoon sun in warmer climates, image 165
Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — The flowers can come in a range of colors including white; it prefers cooler conditions and should be protected, image 162
Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — and occasionally feature subtle spotting or streaks; moist soil and partial shade to full sun, image 100
Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — ground cover / perennial with white blooms
Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — and occasionally feature subtle spotting or streaks; moist soil and partial shade to full sun, image 79
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) — Rockfoil forms lush mounds of vibrant green foliage; the foliage of Saxifraga x arendsii is of particular interest, image 47
Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — this hardy plant thrives in USDA zones 4 through 8 and is an excellent choice for rock gardens; it prefers cooler, image 135
Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — Saxifraga x arendsii, commonly known as Rockfoil, is a resilient perennial ideal for rock gardens; moist soil and, image 85
Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — moist soil and partial shade to full sun, image 151
Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — white flowers in the garden
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