About
A dwarf, evergreen perennial to 10cm tall, forming a compact clump of grass-like leaves. In late spring and early summer it produces a succession of purple-blue flowers with a small yellow eye.
About the genus
Sisyrinchium can be annuals or rhizomatous perennials forming a clump of narrowly sword-shaped leaves with erect stems carrying solitary or clustered, star-shaped or bell-shaped flowers in spring or summer
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeAlpine Rockery, Herbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageSemi evergreen
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height1 year
Suggested usesGravel garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden
Care notes
CultivationThis variety is very stable in moist, free-draining soils in an alpine rock garden or container
PruningCut back flower stems only after flowering
PropagationPropagate by division in spring
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free