{"product_id":"asperula-gussonii","title":"Asperula gussonii","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"31\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"25\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"33\" data-end=\"81\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"33\" data-end=\"43\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun with light afternoon shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"124\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"99\"\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–3\" tall | 8–12\" wide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"153\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"139\"\u003eAttracts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pollinators\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"200\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"170\"\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring to early summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"282\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"218\"\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"325\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"293\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gritty, sharply drained soils\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"327\" data-end=\"395\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"327\" data-end=\"344\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense, cushion-forming, semi-evergreen perennial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"481\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"409\"\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Abundant small trumpet-shaped blooms in soft pink to pink-white tones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"566\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"497\"\u003eIdeal For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rock gardens, alpine gardens, crevice gardens, troughs, containers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"599\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"582\"\u003eEvergreen:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-evergreen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"1048\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"620\"\u003eWhy We Love It:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"623\"\u003eThis rare Sicilian alpine forms an incredibly tidy cushion of fine blue-green foliage that looks sculpted into the rock garden. In late spring, the compact mound becomes covered in delicate pink blooms that add softness and detail without overwhelming the plant’s refined form. Perfectly suited to crevice gardens and alpine troughs, it thrives in lean, rocky soils where drainage is excellent and moisture remains limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1409\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1070\"\u003eAdditional Info:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003eBest grown in gritty, sharply drained soils and protected from prolonged wet conditions, especially during winter. Light afternoon shade can help preserve foliage quality in hotter climates. An exceptional choice for alpine enthusiasts, trough gardens, and detailed rock garden plantings where texture and form are appreciated up close.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Desert Blooms","offers":[{"title":"2 1\/2\"","offer_id":47718301597955,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3 1\/2\"","offer_id":47718301630723,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/2045\/0307\/files\/ChatGPTImageMar13_2026_09_09_16AM_6fba0b90-243c-46e2-82d1-9361c9b48367.png?v=1773422728","url":"https:\/\/desertbloomsplants.com\/products\/asperula-gussonii","provider":"Desert Blooms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}