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Micranthes virginiensis

early saxifrage (Saxifraga virginiensis)

Early saxifrage is one of those plants that take you by surprise, growing small but proud on rocks, logs, and mossy patches. White flowers appear from an upright stem, with rounded, toothed leaves arraying the base.

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Height: 4-10 in
Spread: 4-8 in
Hardiness Zone: 3-8


Bloom Color: White

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Soil Moisture
• Dry
• Average
Ecoregion
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
Ornamental Interest
• Spring Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Bees
• Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Tolerance
• Drought Tolerant
• Compaction Tolerant
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
• Naturalize
• Specimen
• Rock garden


North American Distribution


early saxifrage - Micranthes virginiensis from Native Plant Trust
early saxifrage - Micranthes virginiensis from Native Plant Trust