Water
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil surface to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Also known as Moorcroft's Saxifrage
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers partial shade to full sun, especially in cooler climates.
70% intensity
Protect from intense afternoon sun.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
60% intensity
Reduce watering in winter.
Well-draining, gritty, and humus-rich soil. A mix for alpine plants is ideal.
50% intensity
Prefers cool to moderate temperatures.
50% intensity
Avoid extreme heat.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Feed sparingly during the growing season.
20% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil surface to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming and maintain a tidy appearance. Remove any dead or damaged foliage as needed.
Easily propagated from seed sown in autumn or spring. Division of established clumps in spring is also effective.
Repot in spring if root-bound, typically every 2-3 years. Use a well-draining alpine compost mix.
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Photos of Saxifraga Moorcroftiana (Saxifraga moorcroftiana)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification