Little Plum Bitterroot - Lewisia Longipetala Succulent Plant - 1 quart pot

Lewisia longipetala ‘Little Plum’ is a delightful perennial plant native to western North America. Here are some key details about it:

• Description: Lewisia ‘Little Plum’ forms low, fleshy rosettes of tough evergreen leaves. It bears large star-shaped flowers in late spring and early summer. The flowers are cotton-candy pink, touched with salmon when they first open. This selection is inclined to repeat flower in the autumn.
• Growing Conditions:
  • Sun Exposure: Full sun or partial shade.
  • Zones 3-10
  • Soil Type: Normal or sandy.
  • Soil pH: Neutral, alkaline, or acidic.
  • Soil Moisture: Dry.
  • Care Level: Moderate.
• Appearance and Characteristics:
  • Flower Color: Deep pink with salmon tones.
  • Foliage Color: Deep green (evergreen).
  • Height: 10-15 cm (4-6 inches).
  • Spread: 15-20 cm (6-8 inches).
  • Growth Rate: Slow.
• Uses:
  • Accent plant with good texture/form.
  • Suitable for alpine and rock gardens.
  • Drought-tolerant once established.
  • Excellent choice for rock walls, gravel screes, or alpine troughs.
• Zones: USDA hardiness zones 3-9.

**NOTE ON SHIPPING: At shipping time, some soil may be removed if needed and we will trim down the plant if it is too tall as well. Thank you**