Overview
Ramonda nathaliae 'Alba' is a clump forming alpine rockery in the genus Ramonda, part of the Gesneriaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Ramonda nathaliae 'Alba' grows best in partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include patio and container plants and rock garden.
About
Ramonda nathaliae 'Alba' is a cultivar of Ramonda, a genus of evergreen perennials known for their rosettes of wrinkled, fuzzy foliage. This clump-forming alpine rockery plant produces blooms in spring and summer. It thrives in partial shade and can be grown in a variety of soil types, including chalk, loam, and sand, with moist but well-drained conditions. Suitable for patios, containers, and rock gardens, it is hardy to UK zone H5 and can be propagated by seed or root leaf cuttings in early autumn.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Ramonda
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Ramonda nathaliae 'Alba' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants, Rock garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Ramonda nathaliae 'Alba'
- Propagation
- Seed, Root leaf cuttings in early autumn
- Pest resistance
- Slugs and snails
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Ramonda nathaliae 'Alba'?
Ramonda nathaliae 'Alba' prefers partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Ramonda nathaliae 'Alba' need?
Ramonda nathaliae 'Alba' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Ramonda nathaliae 'Alba' hardy in the UK?
Ramonda nathaliae 'Alba' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Ramonda nathaliae 'Alba'?
Seed, Root leaf cuttings in early autumn.