The Rhodohypoxis milloides ‘Paula’ is an exquisite alpine perennial perfect for UK rock gardens, container displays, and specialist plant collections. This captivating drought-tolerant plant produces abundant rose-pink flowers with white centres, making it ideal for gardeners seeking low-maintenance, long-flowering alpine plants.

Though petite in stature, this remarkable plant delivers exceptional flower power throughout the growing season. Wave after wave of blooms emerge from compact tufts of narrow, grass-like foliage, creating neat, low-growing clumps that pack maximum visual impact. Each 2cm flower may be small individually, but planted in groups, they create stunning carpets of colour.

These winter hardy alpine plants thrive in well-drained conditions and bring exotic beauty to cooler climates with remarkable reliability. The compact, clump-forming habit makes them ideal for rock gardens, alpine troughs, raised beds, or as distinctive edging along garden pathways. Their gentle naturalising tendency creates ever-expanding drifts of colour that return faithfully each season, thriving in Irish climate conditions.

The Rhodohypoxis milloides ‘Paula’ combines beautifully with other alpine treasures, dwarf spring bulbs, and small ornamental grasses, creating intricate garden tapestries in specialised planting schemes suitable for Irish gardens.

Plant, spacing them 5-8cm apart and 3-4cm deep in well-prepared, gritty soil. Excellent drainage is absolutely essential – we recommend adding plenty of sharp sand or fine gravel to heavy soils. For container growing, use a 50:50 mix of quality compost and horticultural grit. These plants cannot tolerate waterlogged conditions, especially during winter months. Create raised planting areas or mounded beds if your soil retains moisture. A neutral to slightly acidic pH (6.0-7.0) works best, so avoid chalky soils or incorporate ericaceous compost if necessary. Allow the foliage to die back naturally in autumn – this process feeds the underground rhizomes for the following year’s flowering display. Apply a light grit mulch around plants to protect from winter wet. Clear away dead foliage in early spring before new growth emerges.

Divide established clumps every 3-4 years in early spring, carefully separating the small rhizomes. Ensure each division has viable growing points attached. This is also the perfect time to refresh the growing medium with fresh gritty compost.