Spreading mat-forming European native perennial with masses of small bright magenta-pink flowers above grass-like dark green foliage in early summer. Excellent for rock gardens, dry walls, and as a ground cover.
Hardiness ratings
| System | Rating | Temperature range | How to read it |
|---|---|---|---|
| USDA hardiness zone | Zone 3–9 | −40 °C to −1.1 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
| RHS hardiness rating | H7 | down to −20 °C | Plant needs at least this level of cold tolerance |
| Canadian plant hardiness zone | Zone 3–8 | −34 °C to −1 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
| Australian (ANBG) zone | Zone 1–5 | −15 °C to 10 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
Growing notes
- Plant in rock gardens, dry walls, and gravel pathways — flowers in a single intense early-summer flush
- Edible petals — clove-fragrant like cottage pinks, used the same way (syrups, candied, salad garnish)
- Spreads gently by self-seeding and creeping habit — excellent ground cover for sunny dry sites
- Drought tolerant once established
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