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Tunic Flower

Petrorhagia saxifraga, Caryophyllaceae

Zones
5–9
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Ground CoverPollinator AttractorPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Large Venus's Looking-glassLegousia speculum-veneris
Pollinator SharingNurse Plant
Twisted Moon CarrotSeseli tortuosum
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Hairy Canary CloverDorycnium hirsutum
Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Nodding CatchflySilene nutans

Caryophyllaceae family members compete for similar resources and may produce saponins that create allelopathic effects

Uses

Functions

Crevice StabilizationRock GardenDrought Garden

Medicinal Uses

Traditional Vulnerary

Common Questions

What zones does Tunic Flower grow in?

Tunic Flower grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Tunic Flower?

Good companions for Tunic Flower include Large Venus's Looking-glass, Twisted Moon Carrot, Hairy Canary Clover.

Design guilds with Tunic Flower and see companion relationships visually.

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