Heartleaf Saxifrage

Micranthes nelsoniana

Native to:
Aleutian Is., Canada, China, Japan, Korea, Kuril Is., Russia, United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Saxifragaceae
Genus:
Micranthes
Species:
Micranthes nelsoniana
USDA Symbol:
SANE3

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
40 cm
Light Requirements:
Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug
Bloom Colors:
white, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers cool, shaded environments

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–42 days
Notes:
Seeds require light for germination; surface sow and do not cover.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI