Lewisia tweedyi 'Rosea' (Tweedy Lewisia)
Tweedy Lewisia 'Rosea'
Incredibly eye-catching, Lewisia tweedyi 'Rosea' (Tweedy Lewisia) is an evergreen perennial forming a large rosette of fleshy, obovate green leaves, often suffused with purple. In mid to late spring, it is topped with pretty sprays of deep rose, funnel-shaped flowers, adorned with pale yellow stripes along each glistening petal. Very easy to grow, Lewisia tweedyi 'Rosea' is suitable for the rock garden, or in the crevices of a retaining wall.
- Grows up to 3-8 in. tall and wide (7-20 cm)
- Thrives in full sun to light shade in moderately fertile, neutral to acid, well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established. Protect from winter wet
- Perfect choice for rock gardens or containers.
- Watch for aphids, slugs, snails and rot.
- Propagate by seed sown in pots in a cold frame in autumn. Propagate by removing offsets in early summer.
- Native to British Columbia and Washington State.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 4
– 7 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 1
– 7 |
Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 14, 15, 16, 17, A2, A3 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Lewisia - Cliff Maids |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid,Late) |
Height | 3" – 8" (7cm – 20cm) |
Spread | 3" – 8" (7cm – 20cm) |
Spacing | 8" (20cm) |
Water Needs | Low |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Drought |
Attracts | Birds, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 4
– 7 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 1
– 7 |
Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 14, 15, 16, 17, A2, A3 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Lewisia - Cliff Maids |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid,Late) |
Height | 3" – 8" (7cm – 20cm) |
Spread | 3" – 8" (7cm – 20cm) |
Spacing | 8" (20cm) |
Water Needs | Low |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Drought |
Attracts | Birds, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden |