Saxifrage
Saxifraga
Traits
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Jun 14, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
About Saxifrage
Saxifraga (rockfoil) is a genus of mostly alpine and cool-temperate perennials that fail in NE Florida's heat and humidity and are not zone 9b hardy outdoors. Retail customers in NE Florida should be directed to heat-tolerant alternatives. Starting at $24.95.
Care essentials
Saxifraga spp. are cool-temperate alpine and woodland plants fundamentally unsuited to NE Florida's heat and humidity. Outdoor cultivation in zone 9b is not recommended.
Saxifraga requires moist, gritty, well-drained soil and cool temperatures; NE Florida's summer heat and humidity cause crown rot and plant death. Not viable outdoors in zone 9b.
Prefers humusy, gritty, well-drained soil in cool climates (zones 3–7). In NE Florida this genus is not suitable for outdoor landscapes; information is provided for reference only.
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Common questions
Is Saxifrage a good plant for St. Augustine?
Saxifrage is a plant for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 0.5-1.5 ft × 0.5-1.5 ft.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed June 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.