About
A spreading, rhizomatous, evergreen perennial to 20cm tall, forming dense mats of fleshy, scalloped, dark green leaves with white margins. In late spring and early summer it produces bell-shaped, yellow flowers on arching flower spikes.
About the genus
A genus of over ninety species of rosette-forming, flowering succulents found in southern and western Europe, with dark green, fleshy leaves which have a dimple in the centre and scalloping around the edges. Greenish-pink, tubular flowers appear in clusters on upright red stems in the spring
Growing conditions
SunlightFull shade, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, North-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeCactus Succulent, Alpine Rockery
HabitMatforming
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moist but well-drained, poor to moderately fertile soil in partial shade
PruningTrim back after flowering to maintain shape
PropagationPropagate by seed or softwood cuttings
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to slugs and snails
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free