Micranthes oregana - Oregon Saxifrage
Description | Oregon saxifrage grows as a basal rosette with clusters of small white flowers dotting a tall stem. An important early season nectar source for many native pollinators. It prefers wet--even waterlogged--soils in winter and spring. Because Oregon saxifrage goes dormant in summer it can withstand dry summer soils.
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Plant Type | Perennial. |
Flower Color | White. |
Bloom Period | Spring-early summer. |
Height at Maturity | 12"-48" |
Plant Spacing | 12" |
Light Requirements | Sun to part shade. |
Moisture Needs | Wet, tolerates summer drought. |
Soil Type |
Most types with adequate winter and spring moisture. Tolerates water-logged soils. |