Lewisia
( lew - ISS - ee - uh )
Lewisia Species and Varietals
The best growing zones for Lewisia are 1-7 and 14-17, though this will vary somewhat depending on the species. For more information, see the descriptions below. To find your zone, click here: Zone Map.
Lewisia cotyledon (Cliff Maids) Native to Northern California and southern Oregon, this species grows to a foot tall and 10 inches wide. Leaves are fleshy and green, and stems hold showy clusters of flowers in pink or white that are often striped with rose or red. Flowers appear from spring through early summertime. Outer growth can be pruned to encourage a more tidy habit. Varieties in a range of colors are available. |
Lewisia rediviva (Bitterroot) This species is native to the Western Mountain Ranges of the United States and reaches 2 inches tall and 4 inches wide. It is the state flower of Montana, and has fleshy roots and strappy leaves that will die back for the most part before flowers bloom. Blooms in springtime, with one flower per stem in rosy pink or white. Drainage needs to be excellent for this species to thrive. |
Lewisia tweedyi This species grows well in zones A2, A3, 1-7 and 14-17 and is native to Washington's mountain ranges. It reaches 8 inches tall and a foot wide, and has large salmon-pink flowers that bloom 1-3 per stem. Leaves are evergreen and fleshy. These plants suffer in wet conditions, and cannot take much moisture. |
Caring for Lewisia
Propagation
Problems and Pests
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Videos
A video all about growing camellias successfully
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Propagating camellias
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Resources
The New Sunset Western Garden Book: The Ultimate Gardening Guide (2012) - Pages 409 - 410, Lewisia
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