{"product_id":"early-carnival-mossy-saxifrage-saxifraga-x-arendsii-early-carnival","title":"Early Carnival Mossy Saxifrage - Saxifraga x arendsii 'Early Carnival'","description":"\u003cp\u003eEarly Carnival Mossy Saxifrage (\u003cem\u003eSaxifraga x arendsii\u003c\/em\u003e 'Early Carnival') is a low evergreen mat, about 20cm high and 30cm wide, with generous, larger flowers. The cup-shaped blooms come in a range of pinks, from almost white to deep rose, so one plant shows several shades at once. Flowering can run for up to three months in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeveral pinks at once.\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers run from almost white to deep rose on the same plant, so the display keeps changing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarger blooms.\u003c\/strong\u003e The flowers are bigger than usual for a mossy saxifrage, which helps them read from across the garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA long show.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plants can flower for up to three months in spring, then settle into a neat evergreen mat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart shade suits it.\u003c\/strong\u003e It performs well in part shade, particularly in hot, dry spots, and it is extremely cold hardy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour without effort.\u003c\/strong\u003e It stays tiny, needs no trimming and takes happily to a pot or window box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRockeries and flowerbeds.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 25cm apart for a mass of colour. The mats grow together into a pink carpet through spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatio pots and window boxes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pots show the flowers at eye height. Use a free draining mix and a spot with morning sun and afternoon shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoof gardens and alpine beds.\u003c\/strong\u003e Its small size and cold hardiness suit exposed raised beds, green roofs and alpine style plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Early Carnival Mossy Saxifrage in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Part shade is best, especially in hot, dry locations, though it will grow in full sun in cooler climates if it gets enough water. It is extremely cold hardy but dislikes hot, humid tropical climates, so it is not one for far north Queensland, although it is fine in south east Queensland and further south.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining soil with some compost worked in suits it. Mulch after planting to retain moisture and keep soil temperatures even as the young plant establishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly while it establishes and through dry spells. A slow release fertiliser in spring helps keep the plant healthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e No regular pruning is needed. Snip off spent flowers and tidy any brown patches after the flowering season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Early Carnival Mossy Saxifrage as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. It arrives small, so plant it out soon after delivery, mulch around it and keep it moist until the mat starts to spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rockery-plants\"\u003eBrowse rockery plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/flowering-plants\"\u003eMore flowering plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-balconies\"\u003ePlants for balconies and patios\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/border-brilliance-low-growing-plant-ideas\"\u003eLow growing plants for garden edges\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does it flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlowers can last up to three months in spring. After that the plant remains as a neat mat of small evergreen leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do the flowers vary in colour?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarly Carnival naturally produces a range of pink shades on the same plant, from almost white to deep rose, so the variation is normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it in a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It suits patio pots and window boxes, provided the mix drains freely and the plant is kept moist and out of the hottest afternoon sun.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":67789635092799,"sku":"SAX-ARE-EARLYC-tube","price":16.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/early-carnival-mossy-saxifrage-saxifraga-x-arendsii-early-carnival.jpg?v=1792192126","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/early-carnival-mossy-saxifrage-saxifraga-x-arendsii-early-carnival","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}