Also known as Bulbous Saxifrage · Fair Maids Of France · Fair-Maids-Of-France
Meadow Saxifrage (Saxifraga granulata) is a low-growing perennial with attractive basal rosettes and tall stems bearing white, star-shaped flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers sunny locations but can tolerate light shade, especially in hotter climates. Ensure at least 6 hours of sunlight daily for best flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top layer of soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Well-drained, chalky or stony soil
50% intensity
Cool to Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in cool to moderate temperatures. Protect from extreme heat. Hardy in many temperate climates and can withstand light frosts.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring with a balanced liquid feed diluted to half strength. Avoid over-fertilizing.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogged conditions, as this can lead to root rot. Ensure good drainage, especially during winter.
Reduce watering slightly in cooler months, but do not allow the soil to dry out completely.
Deadhead spent flower stalks to encourage further blooming and maintain a tidy appearance. Remove any dead or damaged foliage in early spring before new growth emerges.
Minimal pruning is usually required beyond this basic maintenance.
Propagate by dividing established clumps in early spring or autumn. Alternatively, collect seeds as soon as they mature and sow them thinly on the surface of a well-draining compost.
Transplant young seedlings when they are large enough to handle.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years in spring, or when they become root-bound. Use a well-draining compost mix, such as a blend of loam, grit, and leaf mold. Ensure the new pot provides adequate drainage holes.
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Where Meadow Saxifrage (Saxifraga granulata) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Saxifragales |
| Family | Saxifragaceae |
| Genus | Saxifraga |
| Species | Saxifraga granulata |
Similar in genus Saxifraga
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