Little Plum Lewisia
Lewisia longipetala 'Little Plumā sports lively green succulent foliage that is evergreen and can cover some ground once established. In late spring, and often in fall, it flowers with pink-purple blooms tinged with orange upon opening. It flowers profusely once established and attracts birds, bees, and butterflies. Best in a full sun to afternoon sun location, its soil needs are minimal, preferring lean, gravely soils. It can even tolerate cold, wet winters as long as the drainage is good. Deer and rabbit resistant. Native to the western coast of North America, Lewisias are fascinating plants with a unique and special look. 'Little Plum' looks lovely planted among other Lewisia varieties such as āSunset Strainā, āAlba-Whiteā, and āLittle Peachā.
Lewisia longipetala 'Little Plumā sports lively green succulent foliage that is evergreen and can cover some ground once established. In late spring, and often in fall, it flowers with pink-purple blooms tinged with orange upon opening. It flowers profusely once established and attracts birds, bees, and butterflies. Best in a full sun to afternoon sun location, its soil needs are minimal, preferring lean, gravely soils. It can even tolerate cold, wet winters as long as the drainage is good. Deer and rabbit resistant. Native to the western coast of North America, Lewisias are fascinating plants with a unique and special look. 'Little Plum' looks lovely planted among other Lewisia varieties such as āSunset Strainā, āAlba-Whiteā, and āLittle Peachā.
Description
Lewisia longipetala 'Little Plumā sports lively green succulent foliage that is evergreen and can cover some ground once established. In late spring, and often in fall, it flowers with pink-purple blooms tinged with orange upon opening. It flowers profusely once established and attracts birds, bees, and butterflies. Best in a full sun to afternoon sun location, its soil needs are minimal, preferring lean, gravely soils. It can even tolerate cold, wet winters as long as the drainage is good. Deer and rabbit resistant. Native to the western coast of North America, Lewisias are fascinating plants with a unique and special look. 'Little Plum' looks lovely planted among other Lewisia varieties such as āSunset Strainā, āAlba-Whiteā, and āLittle Peachā.
