Overview
Lewisia columbiana is a tufted, matforming alpine rockery in the genus Lewisia, part of the Montiaceae family, with deciduous, evergreen foliage. Lewisia columbiana grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4, H5. Suggested uses include gravel garden, patio and container plants and rock garden.
About
Lewisia columbiana, the Columbian lewisia, is a species of flowering plant in the family Montiaceae. It is native to the western United States and British Columbia, where it grows in rocky mountain habitats.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lewisia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4, H5
Plant details
Lewisia columbiana size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery
- Habit
- Tufted, Matforming
- Foliage
- Deciduous, Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lewisia columbiana
- Propagation
- Seed, Offsets
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Slugs, Snails
- Disease resistance
- Neck rot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lewisia columbiana?
Lewisia columbiana prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Lewisia columbiana need?
Lewisia columbiana grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Lewisia columbiana hardy in the UK?
Lewisia columbiana 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 Lewisia columbiana?
Seed, Offsets.
More in the Lewisia genus
- Lewisia cantelovii
- Lewisia cotyledon 'Safira Coral' (Safira Series)
- Lewisia cotyledon 'Safira Orange' (Safira Series)
- Lewisia nevadensis
- Lewisia 'Chastity'
- Lewisia 'Rawreth'
- Lewisia Mountain Dream (mixed)
- Lewisia sierrae