Light requirements depend on the respective subspecies
There are species such as the popular moss saxifrage, which is often available in specialist gardening shops, which are particularly happy about a place in the light penumbra and under the protective roof of a larger tree. The succulent species of saxifrage in particular are also suitable for planting in full sun. In the spaces between rocky rock gardens and as hanging vegetation on dry stone walls, the saxifrage can be nicely combined with the following plants:
- Cranesbill
- gentian
- Carnation
Avoid waterlogging as much as possible
As a rule, most of the saxifrage varieties are hardy, but there should be no persistent waterlogging at the planned location all year round. Heavy and loamy soils can be provided with better drainage by adding gravel and sand.
Tips
The saxifrage is not particularly sensitive to the respective substrate at the chosen location, whereby a nutrient-rich and humus-rich soil has a positive effect on growth. Acid soils should be prepared for the saxifrage by adding lime.
