Saxifraga caespitosa Red

Common Name: Tufted Saxifrage, Red Tufted Saxifrage

Description:
Saxifraga caespitosa 'Red' is a compact, low-growing perennial known for its vibrant red, star-shaped flowers that bloom in clusters from spring through early summer. Its dense, moss-like mat of evergreen foliage makes it an excellent choice for rock gardens, alpine beds, borders, and containers. Thriving in Melbourne’s climate, this hardy plant prefers well-drained soil and part shade but can tolerate full sun in cooler conditions. Ideal for adding colour and texture to small garden spaces, it works well as a ground cover in crevices, between stepping stones, or along pathways. Regular deadheading will extend its flowering season, ensuring a continuous display of bright blooms.

Form:

• Ground Cover
• Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding

Mature Size:

• Height: 5–15 cm
• Width: 15–30 cm

Aspect:

• Full Sun (in cooler climates)
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Early Summer

Flower Colour:

• Deep Red

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Perennial
• Drought Tolerant (once established)
• Low Maintenance
• Evergreen Foliage

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Aubrieta (Rock Cress)
• Sedum (Stonecrop)
• Dianthus (Pinks)
• Thymus (Creeping Thyme)
• Armeria (Sea Thrift)