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Saxifraga hybrid 'Saturn' (1 Gallon)

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Saxifraga hybrid 'Saturn' is a charming, low-growing perennial that features small, rosette-like foliage and vibrant, star-shaped flowers. It's perfect for rock gardens, alpine settings, or as ground cover in shady areas. This variety is particularly admired for its bright blooms and compact, mat-forming habit.

Description:

  • Dimensions: Reaches a height of 4-6 inches and spreads 8-12 inches wide.
  • Sun Exposure: Thrives in part shade, requiring 2-4 hours of direct sunlight per day or filtered light. It can also tolerate full shade.
  • Water Requirements: Prefers consistently moist, well-drained soil, particularly during the growing season. Avoid letting the soil dry out completely.
  • Hardiness Zones: Hardy in USDA zones 5-7.
  • Bloom Time: Blooms in mid to late spring with delicate star-shaped flowers, typically in shades of pink or red.
  • Pruning: Remove spent flower stalks to encourage new growth and maintain its compact form.

How to Plant:

  1. Location: Choose a spot with part shade to full shade and well-draining soil.
  2. Soil Preparation: Enrich the soil with organic matter, such as compost, to enhance moisture retention and drainage.
  3. Planting: Dig a hole as deep as the root ball and twice as wide. Place the plant in the hole with the top of the root ball level with the soil surface.
  4. Spacing: Space plants about 8-12 inches apart to allow for their spreading habit.
  5. Watering: Water thoroughly after planting and maintain even moisture, especially during dry periods.

Fun Fact:

Saxifraga hybrid 'Saturn' is well-suited for rock gardens because it thrives in the cool, moist crevices of stones. Its name "Saxifraga" comes from Latin, meaning "rock breaker," a nod to its ability to grow in rocky environments.