Family: Cruciferae

Scientific Name: Arabis caucasica photo album

Common Name: Rock Cress

DescriptionA photo album of different Arabis cultivars
Pronunciation(AR-a-bis)
Plant TypeAll Plants, Perennials Hardy
Hardiness Zone4-7
Sunlightfull
Moistureaverage
Soil & SiteNeeds a well drained soil and prefers a basic ph.
TemperatureGrows best in the northern range of its hardiness zone
FlowersThe white or pink flowers are found on a raceme. They are 1/2" long with 4 petals and are fragrant.
LeavesForms a mat of foliage. The leaves are somewhat succulent and hairy.
DimensionsReaches 6-8 inches, space 8-12" on center.
MaintenanceCut back after flowering to induce a fresh flush of growth and keep the plants compact and full.
Propagationseeds, cuttings and division
Native SiteNative to the Mediterranean region.
Misc Facts(syn A. albida)
Notes & Reference#04-Herbaceous Perennial Plants (Allan Armitage), #40-Herbaceous Ornamental Plants (Steven Stills)
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