How to grow London Pride

Saxifraga x urbium

Dislikes hot summer regions 1. In cool summer areas it tolerates some drought. Needs decent drainage.

Growing London pride from seed

London Pride is easily propogated by breaking off leaves or stems and sticking in the ground.

Transplanting London pride

This plant will take care of itself in a variety of situations.

As London pride is hardy, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

How long does London pride take to grow?

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London pride Etymology

This plant was known to colonize bombed sites during the bombing of London, and was held up as a symbol of the resilience of the city. 2

London pride Folklore & Trivia

Hybrid of Saxifraga unbrosa and Saxifraga spathularis

Other names for London pride

St. Patrick's Cabbage, Whimsey, Prattling Parnell, Look Up And Kiss Me

Saxifraga urbium

Misspellings: Saxifraga x urbinium

Footnotes

1 Rainy Side Gardens

2 Wikipedia entry on London Pride


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