Saxifraga 'Rockrose' TOURAN™ NEON ROSE moss saxifrage
size/type
low or groundcovering,low perennial
usual height
0,1-0,1m
usual width
0,3-0,5m
leaves
evergreen broadleaf
colour of leaves
flowers
showy
colour of flowers
blooming time
April-May
location
full to partial sun
soil type
any (acidic to alkaline)
soil moisture requirements
evenly moist but well-drained
USDA zone (lowest)
4 (down to -34°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Arendsii hybrids of moss saxifrage are cute little perennials with evergreen foliage and masses of flowers early in the season. TOURAN™ is a Dutch series developed by Martien Everett Gutter and TOURAN™ NEON ROSE variety was granted these patens: EU23433 (Europe – 2014) and PP19301 (USA – 2007).
Description of the plant:
TOURAN™ NEON ROSE is a moss saxifrage selection of an older variety Blutenteppich against which it has more compact habit, earlier flowering, and glowing neon pink. They appear from mid April atop about 10 cm tall, slender, deep maroon stems. The plant forms a compact clump of evergreen, soft green leaves. Flowers come out in profusion and create a breathtaking colourful carpet. It grows at moderate growth rate, doubling its size within one year.
Saxifrage likes moist but well-drained, loam-based soil and location in full sun or partial shade. It will form a dry nest in its centre in too dry soil in full sun. Hardy to about -34°C (USDA zone 4). NOT suitable for pots and dry rockeries.
Last update 28-03-2023
