Saxifraga 'Sax Appeal Carnival' (Common Names: Saxifrage, Rockfoil)
Detailed Description:
Saxifraga 'Sax Appeal Carnival' is a striking, compact perennial with an eye-catching display of pink, red, and white flowers. This alpine plant forms a dense, low-growing mat of green rosettes, creating a beautiful contrast with its multi-colored blooms. At full growth, 'Sax Appeal Carnival' provides a carnival of color, making it perfect for rock gardens, borders, and alpine beds. This variety is known for its ability to thrive in difficult, rocky conditions, bringing vibrancy to hard-to-plant areas.
Flowering Period:
'Sax Appeal Carnival' blooms from early spring through early summer (April to June), producing a long-lasting display of colorful flowers that will bring life to your garden during the cooler months.
Plant Height:
At full maturity, this plant reaches a height of 10-15 cm, making it perfect for ground cover in rockeries, alpine gardens, or the front of borders.
Planting Location:
Saxifraga 'Sax Appeal Carnival' thrives in partial shade to full sun, preferring well-drained, gritty soil that mimics its natural alpine environment. It is ideal for rockeries, alpine beds, and borders, as well as for filling crevices or planting between stones. Its low-growing habit also makes it a great choice for containers or troughs, where its colorful blooms can be appreciated up close.
Best Uses:
This versatile plant is perfect for brightening up rock gardens, alpine beds, or for adding ground cover to borders. Its compact size and colorful blooms make it ideal for filling gaps between stepping stones or along walls. 'Sax Appeal Carnival' also works beautifully in containers or window boxes, providing a burst of vibrant color for patios and balconies.
Care Tips:
Saxifraga 'Sax Appeal Carnival' is a low-maintenance plant that thrives in well-drained, gritty soil. Water moderately, allowing the soil to dry between waterings. This plant is hardy and drought-tolerant once established, making it ideal for dry, sunny locations. Deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming and trim back after flowering to maintain its compact shape. It can tolerate frost, making it a reliable choice for cooler climates.
Interesting Facts:
Did you know? The genus Saxifraga is famous for its ability to thrive in rocky, mountainous areas, with the name derived from Latin, meaning "stone breaker." 'Sax Appeal Carnival' lives up to its festive name with its brilliant mix of colors, making it a cheerful addition to any garden space.