The so-called saxifrage (Saxifraga) occurs in more than 450 subspecies, which often grow cushion-like and at a low altitude. Since the undemanding plant often grows in nature in narrow rock crevices filled with only little humus substrate, people used to believe in the rock-splitting power of the saxifrage.
Saxifrage thrives beautifully in rock gardens and in barren places
Light requirements depend on the respective subspecies
There are species such as the popular moss saxifrage, which is often offered in gardening shops, which are particularly happy about a place in the light penumbra and under the protective canopy of a larger tree. The succulent species of saxifrage in particular are also suitable for planting in full sun. In the spaces between rocky rock gardens and as hanging growth on dry stone walls, saxifrage combines beautifully with the following plants:
- cranesbill
- gentian
- Thrift
Avoid waterlogging as much as possible
As a rule, most varieties of saxifrage are hardy, but the planned location should not be permanently waterlogged all year round. Heavy and loamy soils can be provided with better drainage by adding gravel and sand.
tips
The saxifrage is not particularly sensitive to the respective substrate at the chosen location, whereby a nutrient-rich and humus-rich soil has a positive effect on growth. Acid soils should be prepared for the saxifrage by adding lime.