Overview
Androsace sarmentosa monstrosa is a matforming alpine rockery in the genus Androsace, part of the Primulaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Androsace sarmentosa monstrosa grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include rock garden, gravel garden and patio and container plants.
About
Androsace sarmentosa, the rock jasmine, is a Perennial Plant in the family Primulaceae, native to the Himalayas and Tibet. As its synonym, Androsace studiosorum, it has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Androsace
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Androsace sarmentosa monstrosa size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Rock garden, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Androsace sarmentosa monstrosa
- Propagation
- Seed, Root single rosettes as cuttings in early to mid-summer
- Pest resistance
- Aphids
- Disease resistance
- Leaf spot under wet conditions
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Androsace sarmentosa monstrosa?
Androsace sarmentosa monstrosa prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Androsace sarmentosa monstrosa need?
Androsace sarmentosa monstrosa is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Androsace sarmentosa monstrosa hardy in the UK?
Androsace sarmentosa monstrosa has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Androsace sarmentosa monstrosa?
Seed, Root single rosettes as cuttings in early to mid-summer.
More in the Androsace genus
- Androsace albana
- Androsace cylindrica 'Bloodgood'
- Androsace helvetica
- Androsace incana
- Androsace mathildae
- Androsace muscoidea 'Dolpo Lilac'
- Androsace sarmentosa subsp. primuloides 'Brilliant'
- Androsace sarmentosa subsp. primuloides 'Conwy Gem'rock jasmine 'Conwy Gem'