Overview
Lewisia 'Rawreth' is a matforming alpine rockery in the genus Lewisia, part of the Montiaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Lewisia 'Rawreth' 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. Suggested uses include gravel garden, patio and container plants and rock garden.
About
Lewisia 'Rawreth' is a matforming alpine rockery cultivar within the Lewisia genus, known for its herbaceous or evergreen perennials that develop rosettes of succulent leaves. This evergreen plant thrives in full sun or partial shade and is suitable for various garden aspects and exposures. It prefers fertile, moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils with acid to neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, Lewisia 'Rawreth' produces open, funnel-shaped blooms in spring and summer, making it ideal for gravel gardens, rock gardens, patios, and containers.
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
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing, North-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Lewisia 'Rawreth' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lewisia 'Rawreth'
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed or offsets
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to aphids, slugs and snails
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to neck rots in wet conditions
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lewisia 'Rawreth'?
Lewisia 'Rawreth' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Lewisia 'Rawreth' need?
Lewisia 'Rawreth' grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Lewisia 'Rawreth' hardy in the UK?
Lewisia 'Rawreth' 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 'Rawreth'?
Propagate by seed or offsets.
More in the Lewisia genus
- Lewisia cantelovii
- Lewisia columbianaColumbian lewisia
- Lewisia cotyledon 'Safira Coral' (Safira Series)
- Lewisia cotyledon 'Safira Orange' (Safira Series)
- Lewisia nevadensis
- Lewisia 'Chastity'
- Lewisia Mountain Dream (mixed)
- Lewisia sierrae