Lewisia longipetala

Truckee Lewisia Little Raspberry

Height:

4-6"

Long petaled Lewisia

Spread:

6-8"

Growth Rate:

Medium

Long petal Lewisia

Site Characteristics

Native Habitat

Boulder, rock fields, crevices, scree fed by snowmelt, meadows

Oregon Native?

NO

West State Native?

YES

Minimum Hardiness Zone (USDA)

4

Sun Exposure Needs:

Water Needs:

Fertilizer Needs:

Full Sun

L

Minimal needs, apply a balanced (10-10-10) or low nitrogen liquid fertilizer diluted 1/3 strength once to twice during early spring and summer growing seasons

Mulch Needs:

Gravel, stone chips, crushed granite

Potential Uses

Cut or Dried Flowers:

NO

Swales:

NO

Erosion Control:

YES

Ornamental or Accent:

YES

Cover Structures:

NO

Rock Gardens:

YES

Soil Needs:

Well drained gritty soil

Provides Shade:

NO

Adds Texture or Movement:

NO

Wind Break:

NO

Border:

YES

Ground Cover:

YES

Plant Profile