About
A dwarf, annual or perennial from rocky, stony habitats in Dzungaria and Central Asia with small, spoon-shaped, grey-green leaves and erect, slender stems bearing small, four-petalled, white to pale lilac flowers in spring. A botanical curiosity for a very well-drained, cool, sunny alpine house or trough.
About the genus
Diosphaera is a diverse genus of plants that may be annual, perennial, or woody. Species are cultivated for their flowers, foliage, or architectural habit and are adapted to various climatic conditions
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.