About
Elmera racemosa is a perennial in the saxifrage family from the mountains of the Pacific Northwest of North America, producing rounded, lobed, hairy leaves and slender racemes of small, white, fringed flowers in summer. A neat and ornamental alpine plant for a moist, shaded rock garden.
About the genus
Elmera is a monotypic genus in the saxifrage family (Saxifragaceae) from the mountains of the Pacific Northwest, producing rounded, lobed leaves and slender racemes of small, fringed flowers. Grown as ornamental alpine plants in cool, moist, shaded positions.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead or damaged growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed as appropriate.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.