Deep pink flowers at base, with paler tips in April-May. All alpina flowers have pointed petals and slightly pendulous flowers. Heips in April-May. All alpina flowers have pointed petals and slightly pendulous flowers. Height and spread to around 4m x 2m. Any soil in sun or part shade, but provide shading for the roots - with a brick or slab to keep the roots moist, as they tend to rise to the surface.  Prune group 1.