Polygala chamaebuxus
Polygala chamaebuxus is a low-growing evergreen alpine plant with fragrant magenta, pea-like flowers with yellow centres.
Description:
Polygala chamaebuxus, known as shrubby milkwort is an adorable, low-growing evergreen alpine plant with fragrant magenta, pea-like flowers with yellow centres. Blooms in late winter to early spring, and sporadically throughout the summer. Prefers evenly moist, humusy, and gritty soils that are free-draining.
Common Name: Shrubby Milkwort
Family: Polygalaceae (The Milkwort Family)
Zone Hardiness: 5-8
Light: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 6-9"
Width: 9-24"
Primary Bloom Colour: Magenta
Secondary Bloom Colour: Yellow
Class: Evergreen
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Spring
Soil Moisture: Average
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: Yes
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Sunny alpine regions, wooded slopes, high elevation pastures.
Award:
Geogrpahical Origin: Europe and Africa - Europe and Western Russia
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