About
A dwarf, cushion-forming perennial from high, rocky Pamir habitats with very small, pinnate leaves and short stems bearing compact, few-flowered spikes of small, pale lilac, pea-like flowers in summer. A demanding but rewarding Pamir alpine for a very well-drained, gritty cool alpine house.
About the genus
Oxytropis is a genus of herbaceous perennials or annuals in the pea family, with pinnate or trifoliate leaves and clusters of typically pea-shaped flowers. Many species are found in grasslands, meadows, and mountain habitats
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.