Northern Golden Carpet

When watering Iowa Golden Saxifrage (Chrysosplenium iowense), it is best to water deeply and infrequently. During the growing season (spring and summer) give the plants a thorough watering once a week or even twice a week if the weather is particularly hot and dry. During the winter months, water only when the soil is very dry, usually only once every 2 to 3 weeks. Always make sure the soil is not soggy or overly wet. If the leaves of the plant begin to wilt, increase the frequency of watering, but be careful not to overwater.

Iowa Golden Saxifrage is a plant species typically found in moist, low-lying habitats in parts of western Iowa. It prefers medium to light shade and needs at least 4 hours of direct sunlight each day in order to thrive. During the spring once the days become longer, the plant will require more sunlight in order to bloom - at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day. During the summer months, the Iowa Golden Saxifrage will need full sun exposure for most of the day in order to flourish. However, during the hotter parts of the summer, the plant should be provided with some afternoon shade to reduce its exposure to the heat of the sun.

When it comes to pruning Iowa Golden Saxifrage, you should generally start with a light pruning in the spring once its leaves and stems have fully emerged. This pruning should involve clipping off any dead stems and any weak, spindly stems from the base. Doing this can ensure that the plant maintains a compact form and also encourages branching. In terms of the amount, prune no more than about 1-third of the plant at a time. This should also be done in stages over the course of a few weeks to a few months. This should allow the plant to adapt to the pruning and help it to maintain its health.