Overview
Dionysia gandzhinae is a cushion-forming alpine rockery in the genus Dionysia, part of the Primulaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Dionysia gandzhinae grows best in full sun, and tolerates sand soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include rock garden and patio and container plants.
About
Dionysia gandzhinae is a cultivar of the Dionysia genus, which comprises compact evergreen perennials forming cushion-like mounds of elongated or spoon-shaped foliage. This alpine rockery plant thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained, sandy, neutral soil in both exposed and sheltered positions. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for rock gardens and patio containers. The plant is notable for its evergreen habit and interest during winter, requiring watering during establishment and propagation through cuttings of single rosettes in summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Dionysia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sand
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Dionysia gandzhinae size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery
- Habit
- Cushion-forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Rock garden, Patio and container plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Dionysia gandzhinae
- Propagation
- Cuttings of single rosettes in summer
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to aphids
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to grey moulds
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Dionysia gandzhinae?
Dionysia gandzhinae prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Dionysia gandzhinae need?
Dionysia gandzhinae grows best in sand soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Dionysia gandzhinae hardy in the UK?
Dionysia gandzhinae has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Dionysia gandzhinae?
Cuttings of single rosettes in summer.
More in the Dionysia genus
- Dionysia aretioides 'Alan Furness'
- Dionysia sarvestanica
- Dionysia viscidula
- Dionysia aretioides x microphylla