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Saxifraga Twynkla Is Autumn’s Unexpected Star!

This is the perfect way to end the gardening season on a high note – bright, elegant, and full of autumn charm.

By: MR. PLANT GEEK | 15-10-2025 | 2 min read
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Michael Perry AKA Mr Plant Geek: Saxifraga ‘Twynkla’ Is Autumn’s Unexpected Star - Thursd Blog

When most gardens are winding down for the season, the Saxifraga Twynkla from Bull Plant Genetics is just getting started!! Bursting into bloom in October, this remarkable plant brings a fresh wave of colour just when we need it most in an outdoor space.

With its delicate tones and rich foliage, Twynkla could transform full October garden center benches!

Twynkla Is Easy to Grow and Enjoy

Originally derived from a Japanese forest-edge species, Twynkla thrives in partial shade. It’s just perfect for shaded patios or under the canopy of trees in the ground.

 

Michael Perry AKA Mr Plant Geek: Saxifraga ‘Twynkla’ Is Autumn’s Unexpected Star
Saxifraga Twynkla

 

Whether it’s arranged in rustic baskets or sleek pots, Twynkla has a natural charm that fits beautifully in both modern and cottage-style settings. One of the best things about Twynkla is how easy it is to grow and enjoy. For the grower, there’s no need for pinching or special growth regulators—just regular watering and a touch of balanced fertilizer to keep plants happy.

 

Michael Perry AKA Mr Plant Geek: Saxifraga ‘Twynkla’ Is Autumn’s Unexpected Star

 

An Autumn Superstar That Will Surprise You

Those cute flowers last an impressive six to eight weeks, offering a long-lasting burst of colour as the days grow shorter and cooler.

 

Michael Perry AKA Mr Plant Geek: Saxifraga ‘Twynkla’ Is Autumn’s Unexpected Star

 

Twynkla also stands out for its versatility. It will surprise you, as it’ll look great indoors as a houseplant, and after flowering, it can be planted directly into the garden, where it will continue to thrive as a hardy perennial year after year. A very interesting proposition!

 

Michael Perry AKA Mr Plant Geek: Saxifraga ‘Twynkla’ Is Autumn’s Unexpected Star

Michael Perry AKA Mr Plant Geek: Saxifraga ‘Twynkla’ Is Autumn’s Unexpected Star

 

The Perfect Way to End the Gardening Season on a High Note

Bred by Bull Plant Genetics, Twynkla is a testament to thoughtful innovation in plant breeding recently, combining durability, beauty, and seasonal surprise. It’s rare to find a plant that blooms so vividly in October!

 

 

Whether you’re a home gardener, florist, or simply someone who loves surrounding yourself with color and life, Saxifraga Twynkla is the perfect way to end the gardening season on a high note – bright, elegant, and full of autumn charm.

FAQ

What makes Saxifraga Twynkla special for autumn gardens?

Twynkla bursts into bloom in October when most gardens are winding down, providing a fresh wave of color just when it is needed most. Its flowers last an impressive six to eight weeks, offering long-lasting autumn beauty with delicate tones and rich foliage that brighten outdoor spaces as days grow shorter and cooler.

How easy is it to care for Twynkla?

Twynkla is remarkably low-maintenance. Originally derived from a Japanese forest-edge species, it thrives in partial shade and requires no pinching or special growth regulators—just regular watering and a touch of balanced fertilizer. It is perfect for shaded patios or planting under tree canopies.

Can Twynkla be used both indoors and outdoors?

Yes! Twynkla is incredibly versatile – it looks great indoors as a houseplant during its blooming period. After flowering, it can be planted directly into the garden where it will continue to thrive as a hardy perennial year after year, making it an excellent investment for long-term garden enjoyment.

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Michael Perry is Mr. Plant Geek. He has been involved with gardening and plants since he was just five years old. He is a self-professed Plant Geek, and was listed in the Sunday Times top 20 most influential people in the gardening world, thanks to his plant hunter role at Thompson & Morgan.

Michael was responsible for new plant introductions such as the Egg and Chips plant and the Fuchsia Berry, and keeps busy travelling the world in search of new plants as well as lecturing worldwide, including stints in Japan. He is very active on social media and writes a plant-focused Substack called Grow This, Not That.

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