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Lewisia cotyledon Elise

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Botanical Name: Common Names:

Lewisia cotyledon Elise Siskiyou Lewisia, Cliff Maids,

Native: Foliage Type:

No Evergreen

Plant Type: Plant Habit:

TBA Rosette

Description:

A lovely small perennial with a rosette of dark green flat leaves and masses of bright flowers appearing on 20-30cm tall stems during Spring and Summer. Suited for borders and containers. Perfect for brightening up the garden. Grows best in cooler climates.

Mature Height: Mature Width:

15-30cm <30cm

Position: Soil Type:

Semi Shade Loam, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape Use(s)

Borders / Shrubbery, Coastal Garden, Courtyard, Feature, Mass Planting, Rockery, Container / Pot, Under Trees

Pests & Diseases: Aphids, Mealy Bugs, Rust, Snails And Slugs

Cultural Notes:

Plant Care

Annual slow release fertiliser, Keep moist during dry periods, Liquid feed, Mulch well

Family Name: Origin:

Portulacaceae NorthAmerica

Characteristics

Foliage Colour: Green

Flower Colour: Assorted, Orange, Pink, Yellow

Flower Fragrant: No

Flowering Season: Spring, Summer

Fruit: No

Requirements Tolerances

Growth Rate: Fast

Maintenance Level: Medium

Water Usage: Medium / Moderate

Drought: Low

Frost: Moderate

Wind: Medium / Moderate

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