Other names: Kerry saxifrage, Saxifraga cespitosa subsp. decipiens, Saxifraga cespitosa var. condensata, Saxifraga decipiens, Irish saxifrage
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Grow in humus-rich, moist but well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil, preferably in light shade. Prefers cool, moist summers. A light top-dressing of sand after flowering will help keep clumps tight and avoid root-rot.
Gravel, Containers/Patio, Rock, City, Low Maintenance, Garden edging
H5
Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9
North-Central Coastal = Moderate/Medium
Central Valley = Moderate/Medium
South Coastal = Moderate/Medium
South Inland = High
High and Intermediate Desert = Unknown
Low Desert = Unknown
Evergreen
Mat-forming, Cushion or Mound Forming, Compact
Western Europe, Republic of Ireland, Iceland
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Not toxic
Requires little to no pruning. Deadhead if desired.
Division
Detach rosettes and root as you would cuttings.
Generally disease-free
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