Overview
Cineraria saxifraga is a plant with a bushy habit in the genus Cineraria, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Cineraria saxifraga grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include bedding, containers, coastal gardens and wildlife gardens.
About
Cineraria saxifraga is a bushy evergreen cultivar within the genus Cineraria, belonging to the Asteraceae family. It thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered position with south, west, or east-facing aspects. This cultivar grows best in fertile, well-drained soils, including chalk, loam, and sand, across a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. Hardy to UK zone H3, it is suitable for bedding, containers, coastal, and wildlife gardens, with interest during spring and summer. Propagation is achieved by seed or division in spring or autumn.
About the genus
Cineraria is a genus of flowering plants in the sunflower family, native primarily to southern Africa with a few species further north. The genus includes herbaceous plants and small subshrubs.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Cineraria
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Cineraria saxifraga size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Bedding, Containers, Coastal gardens, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Cineraria saxifraga
- Propagation
- Seed, Division in spring or autumn
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cineraria saxifraga?
Cineraria saxifraga prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Cineraria saxifraga need?
Cineraria saxifraga 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 well-drained.
Is Cineraria saxifraga hardy in the UK?
Cineraria saxifraga has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Cineraria saxifraga?
Seed, Division in spring or autumn.