Saxifraga arendsii
Moossteinbrech
Common names: Polstersteinbrech, Steinbrech
Photo: Hectonichus · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Source
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Description
Saxifraga arendsii forms dense, moss‑like cushions that become a true carpet of flowers in spring. From mid‑April to May (week 16 to 20) countless small flowers in white, pink or red appear amid fine green foliage. The cushions stay green year‑round, providing structure to rock gardens, hedges and wall crowns even outside the flowering period. As a hardy perennial it tolerates dry spells as well as cool, semi‑shaded sites and is excellent as a groundcover between stones.
Care instructions
Plant in a semi‑shaded to sunny spot with well‑drained, humus‑rich soil; avoid wet, soggy areas. Water regularly during the first weeks after planting, then water only during prolonged dry spells. After May’s bloom, lightly prune spent shoots to encourage denser growth and often a second, weaker late‑summer bloom. Every three to four years, divide the cushions in early autumn to keep them vigorous and to propagate new plants. The variety ‘Alpenglühen’ and the wild form are reliably winter hardy and need no special winter protection.
Soil & site
Soil pH
Soil type
well-drained, humus-rich, lean, sandy
Feeding
Light feeder
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