| Common Name: Petrocoptis Family: Caryophyllaceae Genus: Petrocoptis Species: glaucifolia
Characteristics of Plant
A cute blooming plant that would be perfect for a rock garden or a border. This is a plant that is small in stature, but big on blooming. The leaves are a greyish-green color that forms clusters of small flowers above. Flowers are generally pink, but some forms can produce white flowers.
Usually blooms from seed first year. |
Life Cycle
Perennial
Zone Hardiness up to
Zone 3
Zone 4
Zone 5
Zone 6
Zone 7
Zone 8
Endangered Species
No
Heirloom
No
When to Sow Seed
Early Spring
Mid Spring
Late Spring
Germination Temperature
60-70 F
Seed Sowing Depth
Lay on top of soil
Seed Needs Light to Germinate
Yes
Days to Germination
14-24 days
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Part Sun/ Part Shade
Plant Height
3 - 6 inches
Plant Form
Ground Cover
Blooms
Yes
Bloom Form
Above Foliage
Flower Color
Lt. Pink
Nutritional Needs
Moist
Fertile
Yes
Reproduces By
Seed
Cutting Flower
No
Attractive to Wildlife
Butterflies
Bees
Additional Uses
Containers
Borders
Hanging Baskets
Planters
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