whitlow grass 'John Saxton'

How to Grow and Care for whitlow grass 'John Saxton'

whitlow grass 'John Saxton' · Draba 'John Saxton'

Grow in gritty, moist but very well-drained soil in full sun. Protect from winter wet and water carefully to avoid wetting the foliage. Usually grown in rock garden or scree, or in pots in an alpine house

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing whitlow grass 'John Saxton'

whitlow grass 'John Saxton'
Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeLoam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureWell drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
ToxicityInformation to be completed
Care Tips

Grow in gritty, moist but very well-drained soil in full sun. Protect from winter wet and water carefully to avoid wetting the foliage. Usually grown in rock garden or scree, or in pots in an alpine house

How to Water whitlow grass 'John Saxton'?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for whitlow grass 'John Saxton'?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for whitlow grass 'John Saxton'?

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What Soil Is Best for whitlow grass 'John Saxton'?

Soil type
Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for whitlow grass 'John Saxton'?

Well drained

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How to Fertilize whitlow grass 'John Saxton'?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune whitlow grass 'John Saxton'?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate whitlow grass 'John Saxton'?

Propagate by seed or by softwood cuttings of the rosettes

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How to Transplant whitlow grass 'John Saxton'?

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How to Care for whitlow grass 'John Saxton' in Winter?

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How to Plant whitlow grass 'John Saxton'?

Grow in gritty, moist but very well-drained soil in full sun. Protect from winter wet and water carefully to avoid wetting the foliage. Usually grown in rock garden or scree, or in pots in an alpine house

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How to Repot whitlow grass 'John Saxton'?

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How to Harvest whitlow grass 'John Saxton'?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free

Pests

May be susceptible to glasshouse red spider mite and aphids under glass

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The Toxicity of whitlow grass 'John Saxton'

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Attributes of whitlow grass 'John Saxton'

Plant typeAlpine Rockery
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitMatforming
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Scientific Classification

Species
Draba 'John Saxton'
Genus
Draba
Family
Brassicaceae
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