Description
Saxifraga x arendsii ‘Red Pixie Pan’ is a low-growing, clump-forming perennial that produces clusters of tiny, deep red flowers centres in late spring to early summer. The plant has glossy, dark green leaves and reaches a height of around 10cm. It is ideal for rock gardens, alpine gardens, and as a ground cover plant. This saxifrage prefers well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position.
Key Facts
- Common Name(s):Saxifrage ‘Red Pixie Pan’
- Hardiness:Fully hardy
- How big will I get? Saxifraga x arendsii ‘Red Pixie Pan’ can grow to a height of 0.1m and a spread of 0.5m.
- Did You Know That:Saxifraga plants are a popular choice for rock gardens, as they have shallow roots and prefer well-drained soil?
Plant Calendar
A rough guide to how this plant will change through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
| Flowering Time |  |
|
||||||||||
| Foliage Colour |  |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|
|
||||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Care Guide
Soil Requirements
Saxifraga x arendsii ‘Red Pixie Pan’ prefers soil with good drainage and does not tolerate standing water. This plant is not tolerant of acidic soil, it requires either a neutral or alkaline soil to grow.
Best Position
Saxifraga x arendsii ‘Red Pixie Pan’ prefers a sheltered position and can cope with either full sun or partial shade.
Maintenance
Saxifraga x arendsii ‘Red Pixie Pan’ is fairly low maintenance and doesn’t require any pruning.
Pest, Diseases and Wildlife
Saxifraga x arendsii ‘Red Pixie Pan’ can have problems with aphids and slugs, and it tends not to have problems with diseases.
