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Saxifraga Seeds
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Saxifraga 'Floral Carpet' is a charming, ground-covering perennial that produces an abundance of delicate, star-shaped flowers in shades of pink, white, and purple. Known for its low-growing habit and vibrant blooms, this variety is perfect for adding color and texture to garden borders, rock gardens, and container plantings. With its compact size and attractive foliage, 'Floral Carpet' provides excellent coverage, making it an ideal choice for filling gaps and creating a lush, vibrant ground cover.
Features:
- Abundant Flowers: 'Floral Carpet' produces a profusion of small, star-like flowers in a mix of pink, white, and purple, creating a stunning floral display over a long bloom period from spring to early summer.
- Low-Growing Ground Cover: This variety forms a dense mat of foliage that grows low to the ground, making it an excellent choice for creating a natural carpet of flowers and foliage in garden beds, borders, and between stepping stones.
- Attractive Foliage: The evergreen, leathery leaves provide a rich green backdrop to the colorful blooms, maintaining visual interest even when the flowers are not in bloom.
- Hardy and Resilient: Saxifraga 'Floral Carpet' is hardy and thrives in a variety of soil types, including well-drained, rocky, or sandy soils. It is tolerant of cold temperatures and can withstand light frost.
- Ideal for Rock Gardens: Its compact size and spreading nature make it an excellent option for rock gardens, alpine gardens, or as a border plant in landscape designs.
- Pollinator-Friendly: The bright flowers attract bees and butterflies, helping to support local pollinator populations.
Specifications:
- Botanical Name: Saxifraga 'Floral Carpet'
- Plant Type: Perennial (Ground Cover)
- Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil; tolerates rocky and poor soils
- Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil, but is drought-tolerant once established
- Height: 4-6 inches
- Width: 12-18 inches (spreads to form a carpet)
- Bloom Time: Spring to early summer
- Fragrance: Mild, pleasant
- Hardiness Zones: 4-8
Saxifraga 'Floral Carpet' is the perfect addition to any garden seeking a vibrant and hardy ground cover. Whether you're looking to fill in between stepping stones, cover bare patches, or add colorful texture to your landscape, this perennial offers beauty, resilience, and easy care. Its abundant blooms and evergreen foliage make it a reliable and attractive choice for gardeners of all levels.