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Alpine Rockery
Size
Ultimate height
Up to 10cmTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0–0.1 metreGrowing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Purple Yellow | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Purple Yellow | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Polygalaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Matforming, Tufted
- Genus
Polygala can be annuals, evergreen perennials or shrubs, with simple leaves and racemes of somewhat pea-shaped flowers
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moderately, fertile humus-rich, sharply drained soil, in full sun or partial shade
Propagation
Propagate by softwood cuttings in early summer or semi-ripe cuttings in mid to late summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Gravel garden
- Patio and container plants
- Rock garden
- Low Maintenance
- Garden edging
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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