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Alpine Rockcress

Arabis Caucasica

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Overview

Alpine Rockcress (Arabis caucasica) is a hardy perennial that forms dense, low mats up to 12 inches wide with deep green leaves. In early to mid-spring, it boasts masses of white, four-petaled flowers that rise about 6 to 8 inches tall, adding a delicate charm to rock gardens or border fronts. Prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Drought-tolerant once established and excellent for attracting pollinators.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 4–7Type Herb, PerennialClimate Temperate
Alpine Rockcress (Arabis Caucasica) — it boasts masses of white

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
4–7

Shape & size

Mature height
0.5–1 Ft.
Mature width
0.5–1 Ft.

Classification

Type
Herb, Perennial
Family
Brassicaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Alpine Rockcress (Arabis Caucasica) — This attractive ground cover features a low-growing habit; alpine Rockcress (Arabis caucasica) is a hardy, image 98
Alpine Rockcress (Arabis Caucasica) — This attractive ground cover features a low-growing habit
Alpine Rockcress (Arabis Caucasica) — Drought-tolerant once established and excellent for attracting pollinators; low mats up to 12 inches wide with deep green
Alpine Rockcress (Arabis Caucasica) — low mats up to 12 inches wide with deep green leaves; typically reaching heights of merely 6 to 12 inches with a spread
Alpine Rockcress (Arabis Caucasica) — providing a year-round textural backdrop.<br><br>Come spring; herb / perennial for full or half
Alpine Rockcress (Arabis Caucasica) — typically reaching heights of merely 6 to 12 inches with a spread of up to 18 inches; the Alpine Rockcress (Arabis
Alpine Rockcress (Arabis Caucasica) — providing a versatile and appealing addition to your client's garden; white flowers in the garden, image 85
Alpine Rockcress (Arabis Caucasica) — Drought-tolerant once established and excellent for attracting pollinators
Alpine Rockcress (Arabis Caucasica) — low mats up to 12 inches wide with deep green leaves; typically reaching heights of merely 6 to 12 inches, image 46
Alpine Rockcress (Arabis Caucasica) — The Alpine Rockcress (Arabis caucasica) is a hardy perennial that adds a delicate charm to any garden setting, image 52
Alpine Rockcress (Arabis Caucasica) — Alpine Rockcress (Arabis caucasica) is a hardy perennial that forms dense
Alpine Rockcress (Arabis Caucasica) — four-petaled flowers that rise about 6 to 8 inches tall
Alpine Rockcress (Arabis Caucasica) — white flowers in the garden; adding a delicate charm to rock gardens or border fronts
Alpine Rockcress (Arabis Caucasica) — It has minimal water requirements once established, making it a drought-tolerant option; herb / perennial with white
Alpine Rockcress (Arabis Caucasica) — The foliage of the Alpine Rockcress is a dense rosette of lance-shaped; withstanding temperatures down to, image 100
Alpine Rockcress (Arabis Caucasica) — withstanding temperatures down to -30&deg;F; the blossoms range in color from pristine white to soft pink and, image 59
Alpine Rockcress (Arabis Caucasica) — adding a delicate charm to rock gardens or border fronts
Alpine Rockcress (Arabis Caucasica) — typically reaching heights of merely 6 to 12 inches with a spread of up to 18 inches; the Alpine Rockcress, image 77
Alpine Rockcress (Arabis Caucasica) — It has minimal water requirements once established, making it a drought-tolerant option
Alpine Rockcress (Arabis Caucasica) — providing a versatile and appealing addition to your client's garden; white flowers in the garden
Alpine Rockcress (Arabis Caucasica) — adding a delicate charm to rock gardens or border fronts; this attractive ground cover features a low-growing, image 93
Alpine Rockcress (Arabis Caucasica) — Drought-tolerant once established and excellent for attracting pollinators; low mats up to 12 inches wide, image 73
Alpine Rockcress (Arabis Caucasica) — herb / perennial with white blooms; the foliage of the Alpine Rockcress is a dense rosette of lance-shaped, image 65
Alpine Rockcress (Arabis Caucasica) — withstanding temperatures down to -30&deg;F
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