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Lewisia ‘Sunset’ strain
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Lewisia ‘Sunset’ strain


Lewisia

 USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.316.970


Lewisia are native to western North America, and one of the most treasured rock garden plants. They form low, fleshy rosettes of tough evergreen leaves, bearing large star-shaped flowers in late spring and early summer. This strain features clusters blooms in sunset shades of yellow, peach, salmon, orange and pink. Best in a cool rock garden setting, with excellent drainage. 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. Quite possibly hardy into Zone 3 or colder. Winner of a Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit. Originally developed by Jake Drake of Scotland.

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Lewisia ‘Sunset’ strain


Optimal Growing
Conditions		 Appearance and
Characteristics
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 		Flower Colour
  Creamy Yellow
  Deep Pink
  Light Pink
  Mixed
  Orange
  Salmon
  Yellow
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Containers
  Drought Tolerant
  Evergreen
Height
   15-20 cm
   6-8 inches
Spread
   20-30 cm
   8-12 inches
Foot Traffic
   None
Growth Rate
   Slow