LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Cold-hardy
GROWTH HABIT
Low-growing, clump-forming
BLOOM SEASON
Late Spring to Summer
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Ornamental use only
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Open-pollinated flower seeds
PLANT TYPE
Hardy perennial plant
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
Small
PLANT HEIGHT
15–30 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun / Partial Shade
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
Cold Hardy
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
20–30 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
Shallow
GROWING CONDITIONS
cool climate
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Oxyria digyna different from common leafy perennials?
What makes Oxyria digyna different from common leafy perennials?
It is a hardy alpine perennial with rounded leaves that naturally thrives in cool-climate landscapes.
Can it be planted beside mountain-style water features?
Can it be planted beside mountain-style water features?
Yes. It complements cool, moist rock gardens and alpine-inspired landscape designs.
Which plants pair well with Oxyria digyna?
Which plants pair well with Oxyria digyna?
Primulas, saxifrages, gentians, alpine campanulas, and dwarf ferns create attractive combinations.
Does its compact size suit small rock gardens?
Does its compact size suit small rock gardens?
Yes. Its low-growing habit fits well into compact alpine beds and trough gardens.
Are the leaves commonly used in cooking?
Are the leaves commonly used in cooking?
In some regions, the leaves have traditional culinary uses, but they should only be consumed when correctly identified and prepared.
Do the flowers attract beneficial insects?
Do the flowers attract beneficial insects?
The blooms may attract bees and other beneficial pollinating insects during flowering.