About
Homogyne discolor is an alpine perennial producing rounded, dark-green leaves that are white-felted beneath and solitary, pinkish-purple flowerheads in spring. A charming and ornamental alpine for a moist, well-drained rock garden.
About the genus
Homogyne are low-growing, evergreen perennials in the daisy family (Asteraceae) from alpine meadows of Europe, producing kidney-shaped leaves and solitary, pinkish-purple flowerheads on slender stems in spring.
Plant details
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants
Care notes
CultivationGrow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in partial or full shade, with shelter from cold, drying winds. Mulch generously in spring. See hosta cultivation
PruningRemove spent flower stems and clear up dead foliage as it dies back at the end of the growing season
PropagationPropagate by division in late summer or early spring
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to slugs, snails and vine weevil
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to virus diseases