Russethair saxifrage
Micranthes ferruginea
Russethair saxifrage is a specialist alpine perennial native to cool, moist mountain environments and requires consistent moisture with excellent drainage to thrive. It performs best in rock gardens or shaded slopes where temperatures remain cool and humidity is high. This plant is rarely available commercially and is best suited to experienced gardeners recreating subalpine conditions.
Care Level
High
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
240″ – 480″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Flowers
mixed
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days • Keep Soil Consistently Moist But Not Waterlogged; Never Allow To Fully Dry Out
Soil pH
3.7 – 8.5
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 240″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Coarse
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jun 16, 2022 by Dakota Davies (cc-by-sa)
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.