Lewisia tweedyi

Species of Lewisia are sometimes called "bitterroot", but many gardeners simply use the Latin name. This species is one of my favorites. It has formed a large clump in my garden, about a foot wide, and every spring it boasts loads of soft peachy-pink flowers.

If you want to grow any Lewisia species in your garden, keep in mind that they do best in full sun, and they absolutely detest wet soil. They should be planted in sandy, well-drained soil, and they are very tolerant of drought. It's best to lay the crowns on top of pure sand when planting. These are must-have plants for the rock garden!