Saxifraga arendsii Wares Crimson
Saxifraga arendsii Wares Crimson
Saxifraga arendsii Wares Crimson
Saxifraga arendsii Wares Crimson
Saxifraga arendsii Ware's Crimson
Mossy saxifrage, Arends' saxifrage
Received a rather small young plant, planted in early February, the number of rosettes has already doubled and here are the first little flowers in mid-March.
Aurélie, 19/03/2023
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Description
Saxifrage arendsii 'Ware's Crimson' is a variety of mossy saxifrage whose flowering offers a very pretty range of deep pink to white. The small but numerous flowers bloom on a persistent moss-like cushion in winter. It is a small perennial that works wonders in rockeries with light sun or partial shade, in well-drained soil that is not too dry in summer.
As its name suggests, Saxifraga arendsii belongs to the Saxifragaceae family. 'Ware's Crimson' is a horticultural selection from this plant. Its evergreen foliage, composed of rosettes of bright green, toothed leaves, earned it its common name of mossy saxifrage. Each rosette measures 2 to 4cm (1 to 2in) in diameter. The plant forms a cute little cushion, which slowly spreads by forming lateral rosettes 5cm (2in) high and 20cm (8in) wide. Between April and May, this little dome is covered with 6-petalled flowers, 1cm (0.4in) in diameter, which hides the vegetation for a few weeks.
Preferring partially shaded and rather calcareous rockeries, 'Ware's Crimson' requires rich, humus-rich soil that is always slightly moist. It can creep into crevices or gaps in paving. It will not be comfortable in very dry soils or under scorching sun. When planted en masse, it can line the edge of a gravel path. It can also be grown in a pot, following the same conditions as in the ground: light, slightly moist and well-drained substrate. It can be easily associated with other perennials that require the same conditions, such as some ferns (Phyllitis scolopendrium, Cheilanthes lanosa), or with Alchemilla erythropoda, and of course with other varieties of mossy saxifrages such as 'Pixie' or 'Peter Pan'.
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Foliage
Plant habit
Botanical data
Saxifraga
arendsii
Ware's Crimson
Saxifragaceae
Mossy saxifrage, Arends' saxifrage
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Plant Saxifraga arendsii 'Ware's Crimson' in permeable and humus-rich, neutral or limestone soil that is especially well-drained. In heavy soil, an addition of compost or potting soil is beneficial. This plant prefers a semi-shaded exposure and is sensitive to dry and scorching conditions. It requires little maintenance, and faded flowers can be removed after flowering for a cleaner appearance. It is best to plant this small perennial in March.
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Planting & care advice
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.