Eight-petal mountain-avens
Dryas octopetala
Eight-petal mountain-avens is a beautiful low-growing alpine perennial that produces stunning white, eight-petaled flowers with golden centers and thrives in full sun with very well-drained, gritty or rocky soil. It is ideal for rock gardens, alpine troughs, or the front of borders where drainage is excellent and summer heat is not extreme. Once established it is surprisingly tough and low-maintenance, but it dislikes waterlogged or humid conditions.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Full Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
3″ – 6″
Soil
rocky
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days During Growing Season • Water Moderately; Ensure Excellent Drainage And Allow Surface To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
6 – 9
Temperature
-50° – 70°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Deep
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
Image: trefle.io — Taken Dec 12, 2020 by Bastien Alegot (cc-by-sa)
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