Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Saxifragaceae

Genus:

Micranthes

Species:

Micranthes mertensiana

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

apr, may, jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

White

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Alaska, California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, Canada: Alberta, British Columbia

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, well-drained, rocky or sandy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers cool, alpine or subalpine environments