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Alpine Rockery

Raoulia australis Lutescens Group

vegetable sheep Lutescens Group

A prostrate, mat-forming perennial with rooting stems densely clothed in minute, overlapping, silver-green leaves. In summer it bears yellow flowers to 5mm across

Synonyms
Raoulia lutescens
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Size
Ultimate height
Up to 10cm
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Grey Silver
Summer Yellow Grey Silver
Autumn Grey Silver
Winter Grey Silver
Position
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade
Aspect

East–facing or South–facing or West–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H4
Botanical details
Family
Asteraceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Matforming
Genus

A genus of compact, mat-forming perennial flowering alpines, native to New Zealand, with silvery-grey, moss-like foliage and small, white to yellow flowers in spring

Name status

Unresolved

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in gritty, humus-rich, moist but sharply drained soil in full sun, or in partial shade in warm, dry areas. Protect from excessive winter wet

Propagation

Propagate by division

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Patio and container plants
  • Rock garden
  • Low Maintenance
  • Ground cover
Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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