About
A compact, tufted, evergreen perennial from the mountains of Albania with a rosette of broadly elliptic, dark green, glossy leaves and short, upright spikes of small, dark violet-blue, tubular flowers in summer. A rare and beautiful alpine for a cool, moist, well-drained rock garden or alpine trough.
About the genus
Podanthus 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.