Overview
Dionysia viscidula is a cushion-forming alpine rockery in the genus Dionysia, part of the Primulaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Dionysia viscidula 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 viscidula is a cushion-forming alpine rockery plant within the Primulaceae family. As a compact evergreen perennial, it forms mounds of elongated or spoon-like foliage and is suited to full sun in well-drained, sandy, neutral soil. Hardy to UK zone H4, it thrives in both exposed and sheltered positions, particularly on south, east, or west-facing aspects. This cultivar is ideal for rock gardens or patio containers, offering winter interest. It requires watering during establishment and can be propagated by 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 viscidula 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 viscidula
- 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 viscidula?
Dionysia viscidula prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Dionysia viscidula need?
Dionysia viscidula grows best in sand soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Dionysia viscidula hardy in the UK?
Dionysia viscidula 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 viscidula?
Cuttings of single rosettes in summer.
More in the Dionysia genus
- Dionysia aretioides 'Alan Furness'
- Dionysia sarvestanica
- Dionysia aretioides x microphylla
- Dionysia gandzhinae