About
A low-growing, stoloniferous, cushion-forming perennial from Himalayan and Tibetan plateau habitats with tiny, densely packed, hairy leaves and small, solitary, pale pink flowerheads in late summer. A specialist miniature plant for a very well-drained, cool alpine house.
About the genus
Micromeles is a genus of plants encompassing species that may be herbaceous, shrubby, or woody. They are grown for their ornamental flowers, foliage, or fruit, and vary in hardiness and cultural requirements
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.