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Lewisia Oppositifolia Flower Seeds - Alpine Flower Seeds for Garden

Lewisia Oppositifolia Flower Seeds - Alpine Flower Seeds for Garden

$16.69 USD
$16.69 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds in trays or pots with well-drained soil.


Lightly press seeds onto the surface without deep covering.


Keep soil moist but not soggy.

How to Grow

Grow in partial sun to full sun.


Ensure excellent drainage to prevent root rot.


Water moderately, allowing soil to dry slightly between watering.


Remove spent flowers to encourage healthy growth.

Tips

Ideal for alpine and rock gardens.


Avoid heavy, waterlogged soils.


Performs best in cooler climates.

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Product Information
Features
life-cycle

LIFE CYCLE

Perennial

plant-characteristics

PLANT CHARACTERISTICS

Compact alpine

growth-habit

GROWTH HABIT

Low-growing / Clump-forming

bloom-season

BLOOM SEASON

Summer

flavour-profile

FLAVOUR PROFILE

Ornamental use only

suitable-for

SUITABLE FOR

Outdoor

About
Lewisia Oppositifolia Flower Seeds - Alpine Flower Seeds for Garden

Lewisia oppositifolia is a rare alpine perennial prized for its elegant blooms and compact growth. Native to mountainous regions, it is well-suited for rock gardens and well-drained landscapes. The plant forms attractive rosettes of foliage, producing delicate flowers that add subtle color and texture. Its resilience and unique appearance make it a favorite among collectors and gardeners looking to cultivate uncommon perennial flowers.

Planting information
planting-season

PLANTING SEASON

Spring

fruit-size

FRUIT SIZE

Small capsules

plant-height

PLANT HEIGHT

10–20 cm

light-requirement

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

Partial Sun to Full Sun

water-needs

WATER NEEDS

Low to Moderate

hardiness-zones

HARDINESS ZONES

USDA Zones 5–9

container-garden

CONTAINER GARDEN

Yes

plant-spacing

PLANT SPACING

20–25 cm

planting-depth

PLANTING DEPTH

Surface sow

growing-conditions

GROWING CONDITIONS

Well-drained, gritty soil

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Lewisia oppositifolia different from other Lewisia species?

It forms compact evergreen rosettes suited to alpine and rock garden environments.

Can this Lewisia grow in alpine trough gardens?

Yes. Its compact size makes it suitable for alpine troughs and shallow rock containers.

Which plants pair well with Lewisia oppositifolia?

Sempervivums, saxifrages, dwarf campanulas, sedums, and alpine phlox pair well with it.

Does the rosette remain attractive year-round?

Yes. The evergreen foliage provides texture beyond the flowering season in suitable climates.

Can it fit into miniature landscape designs?

Yes. Its small size makes it ideal for detailed alpine and rock garden layouts.

Do the flowers support pollinators?

The blooms may attract bees and other beneficial pollinating insects during bloom.