This striking, alpine perennial produces clusters of vibrant, star shaped flowers in a mix of pinks, corals, apricots, and whites, often with delicate striping. Lewisia cotyledon ‘Mountain Dreams’ brings bold colour to spring and early summer displays, standing out beautifully against its rosettes of fleshy, evergreen leaves.
Lewisia cotyledon ‘Mountain Dreams’, commonly known as Lewisia, is prized for both its flowers and its neat, succulent-like foliage. Naturally found in rocky, well drained environments, it is perfect for adding colour to rockeries, alpine beds, and containers where drainage is key.
Perennial
Compact, Rosette-forming, Evergreen
Flowers: April – June with occasional repeat flowering
Foliage: Year-round
Scientific Name
Lewisia cotyledon ‘Mountain Dreams’ (named after Meriwether Lewis, with cotyledon referring to its seed leaves)
Common Name
Lewisia
Origin
Native to western North America, particularly mountainous regions of the USA
Pruning Tips
Remove spent flower stems to encourage further blooms and keep the plant tidy. Remove any damaged or dead leaves as needed
Wildlife Value
Attracts pollinators such as bees during its flowering period
Positioning
Full sun to partial shade. Best in a sheltered position with excellent drainage. Ideal for rockeries, alpine beds, and containers
Water
Water sparingly once established. Avoid water sitting in the crown, especially in winter, as this can cause rot
Soil
Very well drained soil, ideally gritty or sandy. Avoid heavy or waterlogged conditions
Food
Feed lightly in spring with a balanced fertiliser if needed
Pet-safe
Generally considered non toxic to pets
Sprouts Top Tips
Plant at a slight angle in gritty soil to help water run away from the crown. Perfect for adding bright colour to tricky, well drained spots where many other plants struggle.
