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Lewisia cotyledon 'Alba-White'
Best low-maintenance perennial for waterwise rock garden enthusiasts.
Discover the Lewisia cotyledon 'Alba-White', a stunning native perennial celebrated for its abundant snow-white, funnel-shaped blooms from late spring through summer. This long-lived plant features attractive, dark green succulent foliage that remains evergreen, providing year-round visual interest. Ideal for waterwise rock gardens and sunny ledges, it thrives in lean, well-drained soils and full to partial sun. It's cold-hardy, drought-tolerant, and a magnet for pollinators like bees and butterflies, while also being resistant to deer and rabbits. This easy-to-grow cultivar ships as a potted plant.
$16.99
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Category Rank
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#29 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-39%
Below average
Mature Height
10
/ inches
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking bright, elegant accents for shaded areas
- Water-conscious landscapers designing low-maintenance, rocky xeriscapes
- Plant lovers wanting long-lasting, reliable spring floral displays
Who should skip it
- Beginners needing plants that thrive in standard garden beds
- Gardeners working with heavy, moisture-retaining clay soils
- Residents living in regions with hot, humid summer climates
Performance breakdown
Drought Tolerance
Thrives in lean, dry conditions with minimal supplemental watering required.
Pollinator Appeal
Bright white blooms act as a reliable magnet for local pollinators.
Hardiness Range
Exceptional versatility across USDA zones three through ten.
Pest Resistance
Robust defense against common garden nuisances like deer and rabbits.
Visual Longevity
Evergreen succulent foliage provides consistent interest throughout the entire year.
Maintenance Ease
Simple to establish for gardeners seeking low-effort, high-impact rockery plants.
Key Specs
Mature Height
10 inches
Mature Spread
12 inches
USDA Hardiness Zones
3-10
Ships As
Potted Plant
Soil Type
Average, Sandy, Well-Drained Soil
Native To
North America
Life Cycle
Perennial
Watering Needs
Low
Features
- Spectacular pure white flowers bloom spring to summer.
- Evergreen succulent foliage for year-round appeal.
- Excellent for waterwise and rock garden designs.
- Attracts beneficial pollinators like bees and butterflies.
- Highly resistant to deer and rabbits.
- Tolerates lean soils and drought conditions.
- Cold hardy and long-lived perennial.
- Easy to grow and maintain.
What customers say
Customers consistently highlight the exceptional quality of the Lewisia cotyledon 'Alba White' upon delivery. The plants arrive healthy, robust, and well packaged, often exceeding expectations for mail order nursery stock. Reviewers frequently note the reliable performance and stunning, pure white blooms that provide long lasting color in rock gardens and containers. This plant establishes easily and thrives, making it a highly recommended choice for gardeners seeking dependable alpine beauty.
Know before you buy
This plant requires excellent drainage to prevent root rot. It performs best in lean, sandy, or rocky soils, making it an ideal choice for rock gardens or containers where moisture does not pool.
Yes, this cultivar is exceptionally cold-hardy and is rated for USDA zones 3 through 10. It can withstand freezing temperatures, provided the soil remains well-drained during the winter months.
For the best flowering performance, provide full sun to partial sun. In hotter climates, a spot with afternoon shade can help protect the succulent foliage from heat stress.
Yes, Lewisia cotyledon 'Alba-White' is considered resistant to deer and rabbits. While no plant is entirely immune to hungry wildlife, its succulent texture and growth habit generally make it an unappealing snack for them.
As a drought-tolerant succulent, it has low water needs. Allow the soil to dry out significantly between waterings, as overwatering is the most common cause of failure for this species.
Yes, this plant features evergreen, dark green succulent foliage. It provides consistent visual interest in the garden even when the plant is not in its spring and summer blooming cycle.
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