About
Raoulia are compact, mat-forming, evergreen alpine perennials from New Zealand producing dense mats of silvery-grey, moss-like foliage and tiny, white or yellow flowerheads in spring. The most compact species are sometimes called 'vegetable sheep'. Excellent plants for a sunny, very well-drained alpine trough or rock garden.
About the genus
Raoulia are compact, mat-forming, evergreen alpine perennials from New Zealand with silvery-grey, moss-like foliage and small, white to yellow flowerheads in spring. Excellent plants for sunny, very well-drained alpine troughs and rock gardens.
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.