Alpine Snowbell, alpine Soldanella, Blue Moonwort, Jewel of the Alps
Soldanella alpina (Alpine Snowbell) is a charming evergreen perennial forming small clumps of pretty, leathery, rounded leaves leaves. In early spring, umbels of nodding, purple to violet flaring bells, 1/2 in. long (1.5 cm), appear on short stems above the foliage. They are strikingly fringed on the edge. Easy to grow, Alpine Snowbell is suitable for the rock garden, alpine house or peat bed. Like most alpine plants, it is happiest in moist, well drained, rich soil in bright shade.
| Hardiness |
4 - 7 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 7 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Primulaceae |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early) |
| Height |
3" - 5" (8cm - 13cm) |
| Spread |
4" - 5" (10cm - 13cm) |
| Spacing | 5" (13cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Garden Uses | Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden |
| Hardiness |
4 - 7 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 7 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Primulaceae |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early) |
| Height |
3" - 5" (8cm - 13cm) |
| Spread |
4" - 5" (10cm - 13cm) |
| Spacing | 5" (13cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Garden Uses | Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden |
How many Soldanella alpina (Alpine Snowbell) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Soldanella alpina (Alpine Snowbell) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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