Guide to Growing Synthyris

Members of the Synthyris genus are low growing hardy perennials that reach from 6 to 30 cm in height; this makes them great for growing in rock gardens.

They often bloom twice a year, always in early spring, and sometimes in autumn.

When they bloom Synthyris carry spikes of small white, purple, blue or pink flowers.

How to grow Synthyris

It is best to grow Synthyris from purchased plants or from divided plants that some one has been kind enough to give you. These plants should be spaced at about 10 to 15 cm apart in the rock garden. The soil that Synthyris grow in should be organic, rich and acidic; ideally it should also be gritty. Synthyris loves a moist soil and does not like sunny conditions so grow in a shaded or at least partially shaded area.

Caring for Synthyris

Synthus likes to grow in a moist to wet soil so ensure that they are kept well watered at all times. If you require more plants then propagate Synthyris by division in the spring.