Saxifrage
Saxifraga
Monrovia® varieties
Traits
Varieties We Carry
F Berry BrightSaxifraga fortuneiMonroviaF Pink ElfSaxifraga fortuneiMonrovia
Sizes & Pricing
#1MonroviaFrom$24.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Jun 15.
LightPart Shade
WaterModerate
Mature size0.5-1.5 ft × 0.5-1.5 ft
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
Light
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.
Water
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.
Soil & Fertilizer
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.