Overview
Saxifraga (Mossy Group) 'Bob Hawkins' (15/v) is a matforming, trailing alpine rockery in the genus Saxifraga, part of the Saxifragaceae family, with evergreen, semi evergreen foliage. Saxifraga (Mossy Group) 'Bob Hawkins' (15/v) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include patio and container plants, rock garden and gravel garden.
About
Saxifraga (Mossy Group) 'Bob Hawkins' is a matforming, trailing cultivar within the Saxifraga genus, known for its evergreen to semi-evergreen foliage. This plant thrives in well-drained, fertile, moist soils and can be grown in full sun or partial shade, making it suitable for various garden aspects and exposures. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is ideal for use in rock gardens, gravel gardens, patios, and containers. 'Bob Hawkins' offers seasonal interest through summer and autumn, reflecting the typical star-shaped or rounded flowers of Saxifraga species.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Saxifraga
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, North-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Saxifraga (Mossy Group) 'Bob Hawkins' (15/v) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery
- Habit
- Matforming, Trailing
- Foliage
- Evergreen, Semi evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants, Rock garden, Gravel garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Saxifraga (Mossy Group) 'Bob Hawkins' (15/v)
- Propagation
- Seed, Detach individual rosettes
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Slugs, Vine weevil, Glasshouse red spider mite
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Saxifraga (Mossy Group) 'Bob Hawkins' (15/v)?
Saxifraga (Mossy Group) 'Bob Hawkins' (15/v) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Saxifraga (Mossy Group) 'Bob Hawkins' (15/v) need?
Saxifraga (Mossy Group) 'Bob Hawkins' (15/v) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Saxifraga (Mossy Group) 'Bob Hawkins' (15/v) hardy in the UK?
Saxifraga (Mossy Group) 'Bob Hawkins' (15/v) 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 Saxifraga (Mossy Group) 'Bob Hawkins' (15/v)?
Seed, Detach individual rosettes.
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