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Alpine RockeryHerbaceous Perennial

Linaria alpina

alpine toadflax

A short-lived perennial with trailing stems bearing narrow, blue-green leaves and bicoloured, purple and orange flowers 2.5cm in length in short racemes in summer

Other common names
alpine toad-flax
Synonyms
Antirrhinum alpinum
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Size
Ultimate height
Up to 10cm
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Blue Green
Summer Orange Purple Blue Green
Autumn
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

South–facing or West–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H7
Botanical details
Family
Plantaginaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Trailing
Genus

Linaria can be annuals, biennials or herbaceous perennials, with simple leaves and terminal racemes of 2-lipped flowers with conspicuous spurs

Name status

Correct

Plant range
C & S Europe

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in moderately fertile, light, well-drained soil in full sun

Propagation

Propagate by seed, division and basal cuttings

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Gravel garden
  • Rock garden
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Patio and container plants
Pruning

After flowering, plants can be cut back to prevent self-seeding

Pests

May be susceptible to aphids

Diseases

May be susceptible to powdery mildews

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