About
Saxifraga federici-augusti subsp. federici-augusti is a cushion-forming Kabschia saxifrage producing the characteristic silver-margined rosettes and flowers of the species. A rewarding alpine for a sunny, very well-drained rock garden or alpine house.
About the genus
Saxifraga, the saxifrages, are a diverse genus of annuals, biennials and mostly evergreen or herbaceous perennials, mostly mat-forming in habit, with simple or lobed leaves and starry or rounded flowers that may be solitary or in panicles or cymes in spring and summer. Excellent plants for rock gardens, walls and alpine houses.
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant after last frost in fertile soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly.
PropagationGrow from seed in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.