Lewisia tweedyi Rosea (Tweedy Lewisia)
Incredibly eye-catching, Lewisia tweedyi ‘Rosea’ (Tweedy Lewisia) is an evergreen perennial forming a large rosette of fleshy, obovate green leaves, often suffused with purple. In mid to late spring, it is topped with pretty sprays of deep rose, funnel-shaped flowers, adorned with pale yellow stripes along each glistening petal.
Incredibly eye-catching, Lewisia tweedyi 'Rosea' (Tweedy Lewisia) is an evergreen perennial forming a large rosette of fleshy, obovate green leaves, often suffused with purple. In mid to late spring, it is topped with pretty sprays of deep rose, funnel-shaped flowers, adorned with pale yellow stripes along each glistening petal. Very easy to grow, Lewisia tweedyi 'Rosea' is suitable for the rock garden, or in the crevices of a retaining wall.
- Grows up to 3-8 in. tall and wide (7-20 cm)
- Thrives in full sun to light shade in moderately fertile, neutral to acid, well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established. Protect from winter wet
- Perfect choice for rock gardens or containers.
- Watch for aphids, slugs, snails and rot.
- Propagate by seed sown in pots in a cold frame in autumn. Propagate by removing offsets in early summer.
- Native to British Columbia and Washington State.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 4 – 7 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 1 – 7 |
| Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 14, 15, 16, 17, A2, A3 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Lewisia – Cliff Maids |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Mid,Late) |
| Height | 3" – 8" (7cm – 20cm) |
| Spread | 3" – 8" (7cm – 20cm) |
| Spacing | 8″ (20cm) |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Attracts | Birds, Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Patio and Containers |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden |