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RosaceaeCotoneaster apiculatus: complete guide
Cotoneaster apiculatus
Discover the Apiculate Cotoneaster, a refined Asian shrub with delicate foliage, pink flowers, and vibrant red berries. Excellent for groundcover and containers.
Dianthus nardiformis: complete guide
Dianthus nardiformis
The dwarf carnation is a compact alpine dianthus from Eastern Europe. Learn how to cultivate this charming mountain miniature in your rock garden.
LiliaceaeDwarf goldstern: complete guide
Gagea minima
Dwarf goldstern is a delicate spring bulb with tiny yellow flowers appearing early in the season. Learn how to grow and maintain this charming spring bloomer in your garden.
Hutchinsia: complete guide
Hornungia petraea
Everything you need to know about Hutchinsia petraea: care, planting location, soil, and ideal companion plants. Perfect for dry stone walls and rock gardens.
Iris pumila: complete guide
Iris pumila L.
Dwarf iris adorns borders with tiny blooms in early spring. Learn care for small spaces and alpine gardens with early color.
Leafybract dwarf rush: complete guide
Juncus capitatus
Discover Juncus capitatus, a tiny rush perfect for wet microhabitats. Specialised care, ideal locations, and design tips for collectors.
Minuartia verna: complete guide
Minuartia verna
Discover spring sandwort, an alpine dwarf plant with delicate white flowers. Ideal for rock gardens, zinc-rich soil and shady growing spots with excellent drainage.
Mediterranean pellitory-of-the-wall: complete guide
Parietaria lusitanica L.
Discover Parietaria lusitanica, an elegant wall-dwelling plant with delicate leaves and exceptional drought tolerance. Perfect for Mediterranean garden designs.
Plantago weldenii: complete guide
Plantago weldenii
Discover Welden's plantain, a Mediterranean dwarf plant with distinctive leaves. Learn how to grow this compact herb in rock gardens.