Saxifraga stolonifera 'Maroon Beauty'
Strawberry Begonia
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Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga stolonifera 'Maroon Beauty') - Description
Saxifraga stolonifera is a perennial flowering plant known by several common names, including Creeping Saxifrage, Strawberry Saxifrage, Creeping Rockfoil, the quite ambiguous "Aaron's beard", and Strawberry Begonia or Strawberry Geranium (it is neither a begonia nor a geranium). It is native to Asia but has been introduced to other continents, mainly for use as an ornamental.
Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga stolonifera 'Maroon Beauty') - Blooming
The individual flowers usually have five petals. Small and borne in abundance in racemes or panicles.
Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga stolonifera 'Maroon Beauty') - Growth
Diverse genus. Leaves vary greatly in shape, but most plants produce only basal leaves. Semi evergreen or evergreen and usually perennials, but some annuals and biennials. Most are mat or cushion forming.
Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga stolonifera 'Maroon Beauty') - Planting
Propagate by dividing in spring, separating individual rosettes or foliage and rooting them. Sow seeds in autumn.
Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga stolonifera 'Maroon Beauty') - Pest
Prone to spider mites, aphids, snails and slugs.
Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga stolonifera 'Maroon Beauty') - Interesting facts
The word Saxifraga is derived from Latin terms "saxum" and "frangere", meaning rock and to break, respectively. This is a reference to how many species in this genus have the ability to grow amongst the cracks of rocks.
Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga stolonifera 'Maroon Beauty') - Soil and irrigation
Vary widely depending on species. Most need rock garden like conditions. Well drained soil is needed.
