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Physical description: This perennial plant forms low mounds, and can
reach 10 in. long by 12-18 in. wide. The leaves, which are linear
and opposite, reach ¼ to ½ in. long and are very
narrow and acute. The serration at the base of each leaf is covered
with bristles. Flowering occurs in the beginning of the summer,
and flowers are visible throughout the summer. Flowers are pale
pink and reach 1/3 in. wide.
Optimal growing conditions: The plant prefers full sun and a moist, well-drained
soil. Drainage is very important, and growth of the plant is
rapid under good conditions. Saxifrage pink prefers drainage
of a rock garden. Winter hardiness: Zones 4-8.
Susceptibility to pests and diseases: Saxifrage pink has no serious problems with pests
and diseases.
Use:
Saxifrage pink can be very useful in front borders and rock gardens.
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