Also known as Meadow Beauty · 48 saves
Rhexia
Rhexia, the genus most gardeners know as meadow beauty. We track 3 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 2 most-saved Rhexia varieties
Browse all 3 Rhexia varieties →
Species of Rhexia
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Rhexia in Sow
Save the Rhexia you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
How to grow Rhexia
Whats common across all Rhexia varieties in our catalog — drawn from the care records of the 3 most-grown of them.
Do
- Plant in moist acidic sandy soil 🌱
- Keep it consistently damp 💧
- Let it colonise a bog margin 🌿
- Leave the urn-shaped capsules for interest 🍂
- Water consistently to keep soil moist 🌱
Avoid
- Plant in rich alkaline soil ❌
- Let it dry out ❌
- Feed it ❌
- Avoid dry or well-drained soils ❌
What goes wrong with Rhexia
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Sticky residue on leaves and distorted growth | Apply insecticidal soap or neem oil |
| Generally pest-free | No significant insect damage is typical | No treatment needed |
| Root rot | Wilting and browning of foliage | Improve drainage and reduce watering |
| Generally disease-free | No significant disease issues reported | Provide moist acidic conditions |
Making more Rhexia
Division
- Lift rooted rhizome sections in spring.
- Replant immediately in damp soil.
- Keep moist until established.
Seeds
- Collect fine seed from ripe capsules.
- Surface-sow on damp acidic medium.
- Keep constantly moist.
Rhexia questions
How many types of Rhexia are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 3 distinct Rhexia varieties. The most popular — ranked by 48 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Rhexia grow in?
Across its varieties, Rhexia covers USDA Zones 4–9. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Rhexia bloom?
Most Rhexia varieties bloom in mid-summer, summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Rhexia should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.