Overview
Raoulia rubra is a compact, mat-forming perennial alpine rockery in the genus Raoulia, part of the Asteraceae family, with silvery-grey, moss-like foliage. Raoulia rubra grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include alpine gardens, rockeries and ground cover.
About
Raoulia rubra is a cushion plant belonging to the family Asteraceae and is found in the mountains of the southern North Island and the northern South Island of New Zealand. Its common name in English is scabweed, although it is also sometimes called vegetable sheep. In the wild it grows across New Zealand North and New Zealand. Grow it in full sun and loam soil. In UK gardens it is hardy through an average UK winter (RHS H4). It works well for alpine gardens, rockeries and ground cover. It tolerates neutral soils, well-drained conditions and south-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
Wikipedia contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0 — Raoulia rubra
About the genus
Raoulia is a genus of New Zealand plants in the tribe Gnaphalieae within the family Asteraceae.
Wikipedia contributors, "Raoulia", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Raoulia
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Raoulia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Raoulia rubra size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery
- Habit
- Compact, mat-forming perennial
- Foliage
- Silvery-grey, moss-like
- Suggested uses
- Alpine gardens, rockeries, ground cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Raoulia rubra
- Propagation
- Seed, division
- Pest resistance
- High
- Disease resistance
- High
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Raoulia rubra?
Raoulia rubra prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Raoulia rubra need?
Raoulia rubra grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Raoulia rubra hardy in the UK?
Raoulia rubra has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Raoulia rubra?
Seed, division.
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