About
A compact, deciduous perennial to around 13cm high with narrow, keeled, grass-like leaves and, from spring into early summer, short, upright stems bearing pink, star-shaped flowers.
About the genus
A hybrid genus of small, ornamental herbaceous perennial, originating from South Africa, with grass-like foliage and bright-coloured, star-shaped flowers. Plant resents winter wet during dormancy
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeSand, Loam
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH2
Plant details
Plant typeAlpine Rockery, Herbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesRock garden, Patio and container plants, Gravel garden
Care notes
CultivationGrow in well-drained, moderately fertile, humus-rich, soil in full sun. Protect from excessive winter wet
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate from offsets in late autumn
Pest resistanceSusceptible to glasshouse red spider mite and thrips when grown under glass
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free