Rockfoil

Saxifraga X Arendsii

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Overview

Saxifraga x arendsii, commonly known as Rockfoil, is a resilient perennial ideal for rock gardens. This low-growing plant reaches 6-12 inches in height and delights with a profusion of small, star-shaped flowers in spring. With a preference for well-drained, moist soil and partial shade to full sun, Rockfoil forms lush mounds of vibrant green foliage, offering a charming ground cover that is both hardy and low maintenance.

Sun Deep Shade, ShadeWater MediumZones 5–7Climate Alpine

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — Saxifraga x arendsii, commonly known as Rockfoil, is a resilient perennial ideal for rock gardens

Culture

Sun: Deep Shade, Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 5–7

Shape & size

Mature height: 4–10 Inches
Mature width: 1–2 Ft.

Classification

Family: Saxifragaceae
Climate: Alpine

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Photos (171)

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — Belonging to the Saxifragaceae family; the foliage of Saxifraga x arendsii is of particular interest, image 92

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — requiring well-drained soil and even moisture; the foliage of Saxifraga x arendsii is of particular interest, image 101

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — Each plant produces delicate, five-petaled blooms that cluster on wiry stems well above the foliage; the foliage, image 98

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — and occasionally feature subtle spotting or streaks; moist soil and partial shade to full sun, image 100

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — The flowers can come in a range of colors including white; it prefers cooler conditions and should be protected, image 99

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — white flowers in the garden; moist soil and partial shade to full sun, image 103

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — ground cover / perennial with white blooms; the foliage of Saxifraga x arendsii is of particular interest, image 104

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — It prefers cooler conditions and should be protected from the hot afternoon sun in warmer climates, image 102

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — offering a charming ground cover that is both hardy and low maintenance; it prefers cooler conditions and should, image 111

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — ground cover / perennial for deep shade or shade; it prefers cooler conditions and should be protected from the, image 105

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — Saxifraga x arendsii, commonly known as Rockfoil, is a resilient perennial ideal for rock gardens; moist soil and, image 106

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — star-shaped flowers in spring; the foliage of Saxifraga x arendsii is of particular interest, image 107

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — With a preference for well-drained; it prefers cooler conditions and should be protected from the hot afternoon, image 108

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — moist soil and partial shade to full sun, image 109

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — Rockfoil forms lush mounds of vibrant green foliage; the foliage of Saxifraga x arendsii is of particular interest, image 110

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — is a charming perennial that adds a touch of whimsy and texture to any landscape design; moist soil and partial, image 112

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — Belonging to the Saxifragaceae family; the foliage of Saxifraga x arendsii is of particular interest, image 113

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — this hardy plant thrives in USDA zones 4 through 8 and is an excellent choice for rock gardens; it prefers cooler, image 114

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — making it a compact but impactful addition to the garden; moist soil and partial shade to full sun, image 115

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — Each plant produces delicate, five-petaled blooms that cluster on wiry stems well above the foliage; the foliage, image 119

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — The flowers can come in a range of colors including white; it prefers cooler conditions and should be protected, image 120

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — and occasionally feature subtle spotting or streaks; moist soil and partial shade to full sun, image 121

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — requiring well-drained soil and even moisture; the foliage of Saxifraga x arendsii is of particular interest, image 122

Rockfoil (Saxifraga X Arendsii) — It prefers cooler conditions and should be protected from the hot afternoon sun in warmer climates, image 123

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