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Arabis caucasica Snowcap

Wall Cress (Rock Cress)

A low, spreading plant with masses of flowers. Prune back after blooming to keep plants compact and attractive. Fairly drought tolerant.

  • »  Fragrant white flowers
  • »  Foliage forms a low mound of semi-evergreen foliage
  • »  Suitable for rock gardens or walls
  • »  Easy to grow perennial
  • »  Bloom Time: Early to late spring

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  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:3
  • Height:15-20 cm
  • Spread:30-60 cm
  • Bloom Color: White
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Medium
Critter
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
Attributes
• Drought Tolerant
• Evergreen
• Fragrant
• Low Maintenance
Flowering Time
• Early Spring
• Spring
Habit
• Compact
• Dwarf
• Mounding
Foliage Color
• Green
Landscape uses
• Border/edging
• Ground cover
• Rock garden
• Rooftop (extensive)
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Arabis caucasica 'Snowcap'

Arabis grows best in a well-drained soil. Remove spent flowers to maintain a tidy and compact habit. Drought tolerant when established. To ensure blooms for the following year, any pruning should be done soon after flowering.