Chrysosplenium macrophyllum

RHS Plant Profile
giant golden saxifrage
giant golden saxifrage RHS

Other common names

large-leaved chrysosplenium

Herbaceous Perennial

A low-growing, spreading, evergreen perennial to around 15cm. The primrose-like leaves are dark grey-green, flushed with dark, bronzy red, especially in cold weather. Clusters of greenish-white flowers with prominent pink-tipped stamens are produced in late winter and early spring

Position

Full shade, Partial shade

Soil Types

Loam, Sand

Max Height

0.1-0.5 metres

Max Spread

0.5-1 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
2–5 years
Max Spread
0.5-1 metres
Max Height
0.1-0.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid or Neutral

Position

Full shade Partial shade
Aspect
North–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H5

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Saxifragaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Matforming
Genus
Chrysosplenium are small, sometimes stoloniferous, shade-loving perennials with long-stalked, rounded or kidney-shaped leaves and small yellow, green, white, or purple flowers in terminal bracted clusters
Name Status
Correct
Plant Range
China

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in a sheltered position in full or semi-shade

Propagation

Propagate by division, or by separating rooted runners

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Low Maintenance
  • Flower borders and beds
  • Ground cover
  • Underplanting of roses and shrubs

Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

Susceptible to slugs and snails

Diseases

Generally disease-free