This plant has been sunsetted from the Plant Select program. This is an archive page for informational use only.
Silky rock jasmine
Androsace sarmentosa 'Chumbyi'
Charming yet tough little plant from high in the Himalayas. Furry gray-green rosettes proliferate with strawberry like red runners to form intricate, silky semi-evergreen patches. Clusters of fragrant pink flowers with yellow eyes rise on short stems in early summer, a focal point in rock gardens or permanent containers.
Tips from the pros: Avoid hot, humid situations; thrives in sun or partial shade.
| Plant Type | Petites |
| Height | 2-4 inches |
| Width | 8-12 inches |
| Flowering Season | Early summer |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Sun | Part Sun, Shade |
| Water Needs | Moderate to dry |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | Zones 3-8 |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sandy |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Good for Pollination | Yes |
| Winter Interest | No |
| North American Native | No |
| Year Introduced | 2015 |
| Annual Commercial Maintenance | No maintenance. |
| 5-10 Year Commercial Maintenance | No Maintenance. |
| Elevation Guide | Up to 8125 ft |
