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Lewisia cotyledon ‘Elise Ruby Red’


Lewisia

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.317.300


Lewisia are native to western North America, and one of the most treasured rock garden plants. They form a low, fleshy rosette of tough evergreen leaves, bearing large star-shaped flowers in late spring and early summer. This single-colour selection features flower clusters in dark pink. Best in a cool rock garden setting, with excellent drainage. Flowers first year. In hot summer climates these do best with partial shade. Sure death is to try and grow Lewisia in average border conditions. Drought tolerant once established.

Further details for
Lewisia cotyledon ‘Elise Ruby Red’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun or
  Partial Shade
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Dry
Care Level
  Moderate
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Deep Pink
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Containers
  Drought Tolerant
  Evergreen
  Wild Flower
Flower Head Size
  Medium
Height
   10-15 cm
   4-6 inches
Spread
   20-25 cm
   8-10 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Slow












Lewisia cotyledon ‘Elise Ruby Red’


Lewisia

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.317.300


Lewisia are native to western North America, and one of the most treasured rock garden plants. They form a low, fleshy rosette of tough evergreen leaves, bearing large star-shaped flowers in late spring and early summer. This single-colour selection features flower clusters in dark pink. Best in a cool rock garden setting, with excellent drainage. Flowers first year. In hot summer climates these do best with partial shade. Sure death is to try and grow Lewisia in average border conditions. Drought tolerant once established.

Further details for
Lewisia cotyledon ‘Elise Ruby Red’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun or
  Partial Shade
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Dry
Care Level
  Moderate
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Deep Pink
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Containers
  Drought Tolerant
  Evergreen
  Wild Flower
Flower Head Size
  Medium
Height
   10-15 cm
   4-6 inches
Spread
   20-25 cm
   8-10 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Slow