Overview
Lewisia sierrae is a tufted, matforming alpine rockery in the genus Lewisia, part of the Montiaceae family, with deciduous, evergreen foliage. Lewisia sierrae 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 sierrae is a tufted, matforming alpine rockery plant within the Lewisia genus, known for its rosettes of succulent leaves and open, funnel-shaped flowers in spring and summer. This cultivar is both deciduous and evergreen, thriving in full sun or partial shade and suitable for all garden aspects and exposures. It prefers well-drained loam or sandy soils with acid to neutral pH and is hardy in UK zones H4 to H5. Ideal for gravel gardens, rock gardens, and patio containers, it requires watering during establishment and can be propagated by seed or offsets.
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 sierrae 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 sierrae
- Propagation
- Seed, Offsets
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Slugs, Snails
- Disease resistance
- Neck rot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lewisia sierrae?
Lewisia sierrae prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Lewisia sierrae need?
Lewisia sierrae grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Lewisia sierrae hardy in the UK?
Lewisia sierrae 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 sierrae?
Seed, 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 'Rawreth'
- Lewisia Mountain Dream (mixed)