Chamaebuxus alpestris (syn. Polygaloides chamaebuxus, Polygala chamaebuxus), Milkwort

Perhaps more robust than 'Kamniski', the species has cream and canary-yellow profuse pea-blossom flowers that cover the plant November to March and sporadically thereafter if watered. It makes a very dense evergreen mound, successfully suppressing weeds. You might end up wanting it everywhere! And it always looks good! Drought-tolerant too, but thrives with water! And another thing, it has a pretty wax candle or apricot scent, depending upon your nose. 10" tall mound with a spread of up to several feet under optimal conditions. 

These plants are very long-lived in temperate climates. 

Polygalas are native to west-central Europe and Italy. They grow happily at the woodland edge, scrambling among rocks as observed in Slovenia by our nurseryman, Leonard Foltz.

Best grown in well-drained soil that is allowed to dry between waterings and light shade. A mature plant can handle full sun with very little summer water. 

Mature size: 6-10 in T x 24-36 in W

Minimum temperature: -10° F