About

A perennial with rossettes of prostrate leaves and bright yellow flowers 2cm across, in late spring and early summer.

About the genus

Morisia is a tap-rooted perennial forming a rosette of pinnately lobed leaves, with bright yellow, 4-petalled flowers

Growing conditions

SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, North-facing, West-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH4

Plant details

Plant typeAlpine Rockery
HabitTufted
FoliageEvergreen
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0-0.1 metre
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesGravel garden, Rock garden, Mediterranean climate plants

Care notes

CultivationGrow in rock garden, scree bed, trough or alpine house. Protect from excessive winter wet
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed or root cuttings
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to neck rot in wet conditions