Lewisia congdonii
CONGDON'S BITTER ROOT
Montiaceae

 
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Plant type: semi-herbaceous soft-wooded perennial

Hardiness zones: 8-9b

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: moderate wind, heavy frost
0.15m
Plant habit
 
0.2m

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Origins: USA

Other Botanical Names: Lewisia columbiana ssp. congdonii, Oreobroma congdonii

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Lewisia congdonii
CONGDON'S BITTER ROOT
Montiaceae

 

Photo coming
  Plant type: semi-herbaceous soft-wooded perennial

Hardiness zones: 8-9b

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: moderate wind, heavy frost
0.15m
Plant habit
 
0.2m

FEATURES

Flowers: pink

Flowering Time: early spring to late summer

Leaves: mid green


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits dry style, cottage & alpine designs

Uses: informal edging, pot, window box, between pavers, crevice

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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