Lewisia cotyledon is a stunning evergreen alpine perennial celebrated for its vibrant star-shaped flowers and attractive rosettes of fleshy green foliage. Blooming prolifically from late spring through summer, this compact plant produces masses of colourful flowers in shades of pink, orange, red, yellow and white, creating a bright and eye-catching display.

Perfect for rockeries, alpine beds, gravel gardens, raised planters and patio containers, Lewisia cotyledon thrives in sunny, well-drained positions and is especially valued for its long flowering period and drought tolerance once established. Its neat, low-growing habit makes it an excellent choice for smaller garden spaces and decorative container arrangements.

Supplied in a 1 litre nursery pot, this hardy perennial performs best in free-draining soil and sheltered sunny locations within UK gardens.

Key Features

• Supplied in a 1 litre pot
• Bright, long-lasting colourful flowers
• Attractive evergreen rosettes of foliage
• Ideal for rockeries, alpine gardens and containers
• Compact and easy to grow
• Drought tolerant once established
• Excellent for sunny, well-drained positions
• Long flowering season

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Lewisia cotyledon
• Common Name: Lewisia
• Plant Type: Evergreen alpine perennial
• Position: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Free-draining gritty or sandy soil
• Height: Approx. 15–20cm
• Spread: Approx. 20–30cm
• Flowering Period: May to August
• Hardiness: H4 (-10°C to -5°C)

Care Advice
Plant in sharply drained soil and avoid excessive winter wet, particularly around the crown. Water moderately during dry spells but do not allow plants to sit in waterlogged conditions. Remove spent flowers regularly to encourage continued blooming.

An excellent choice for adding vibrant colour and alpine charm, Lewisia cotyledon brings long-lasting seasonal interest to patios, rockeries and sunny garden displays throughout the UK.

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