Montia sibirica
Siberian springbeauty
- 15-30 cm high
- Light-coloured flowers
- Valuable foliage plant
- Unusual flowers
- Very hardy
Nice shade plant. The leaves and flowers are edible, and contain lots of vit. C.
Garden use
Use
Ornamental value and special features
Growth
Planting density
Plant about 8 - 12 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 15 - 30 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | April - June |
| Flower colour | White, Light pink |
| Growth habit | Tuft |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Hardiness | down to about -30°C |
Site conditions
| Light | Open shade, Filtered, Shade |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Average |
| Soil | Normal |
| Soil fertility | Normal |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Montia sibirica |
|---|---|
| Genus | Montia |
| Family | Portulacaceae |
| Common names |
NL: sierpostelein EN: Siberian springbeauty FR: Claytonie sibérienne DE: Sibirisches Quellenkraut |
| Synonyms | Claytonia sibirica |
| Origin | Siberia |
