Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Caryophyllaceae

Genus:

Sabulina

Species:

Sabulina austromontana

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

6 in - 1 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

White, Yellow

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Wyoming, Canada: Alberta, British Columbia

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained sandy loam

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to mountainous regions with rocky substrates