DESCRIPTION: Native to Europe. Belongs to the Saxifragaceae family. Cushion-forming, evergreen perennial with thick, spoon-shaped leaves. Panicles of star-shaped, red-spotted, white flowers.
Height: 30 cm (12 in.)
Flowering: May-June
CULTIVATION
Zone: 5
Exposition: semi-shaded to shaded location
Soil: Well-drained soil which contains a little bit of limestone and a lot of gravel. Keep moist.
Germination temperature: 20ºC (68ºF)
Required time: 30 to 365 days
Special care: Sow seeds indoors between February 1rst and March 15th. Cover with a thin layer of medium. Substrate must be kept constantly moist but not wet. Place trays at temperatures mentioned above. If germination has not occurred within 4 weeks, place the tray in a cold place (-4-4ºC / 25-40ºF) for 6 weeks and gradually bring back to stated germination temperature. Once germination has occurred, place tray at 12ºC (54ºF). Can be sown outside in autumn. Protect from the midday sun.$ 3.95
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