Water
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during the growing season. Reduce watering in winter, allowing the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Also known as Lesser London Pride · Lesser Londonpride · Shield-Leaved Saxifrage
Saxifraga cuneifolia is a compact, evergreen perennial forming rosettes of wedge-shaped leaves, producing airy sprays of tiny white flowers in late spring to early summer
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Prefers partial shade to full sun, especially in cooler climates. Protect from intense afternoon sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but allow top layer to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained, gritty, poor to moderately fertile
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers cool to moderate temperatures, ideally between 15-21°C.
Low
25% intensity
Feed lightly during the growing season with a diluted liquid fertilizer.
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
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during the growing season. Reduce watering in winter, allowing the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Deadhead spent flower stalks to encourage more blooms and maintain a tidy appearance. Lightly trim any overgrown or dead foliage as needed. Pruning is generally minimal for this species.
Saxifraga cuneifolia can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. Carefully separate offsets or clumps and replant them in well-draining soil. It can also be grown from seed sown in autumn.
Repot young plants annually or as needed, typically every 1-2 years, in spring. Mature plants can remain in the same pot for several years. Use a gritty, well-draining potting mix.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Saxifragales |
| Family | Saxifragaceae |
| Genus | Saxifraga |
| Species | Saxifraga cuneifolia |
Similar in genus Saxifraga
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