About

A neat, cushion- or mat-forming, evergreen perennial from sub-alpine habitats in Australia and New Zealand with small, narrow, dark green leaves and small, solitary or few, white, open, star-shaped flowers in spring. A charming and compact alpine for a cool, moist, well-drained rock garden or peat bed.

About the genus

Richea includes herbaceous and sometimes woody species grown for their ornamental merit. The genus is represented in gardens by selected species and cultivars suited to a range of growing conditions

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.