Snowcap Arabis
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Early Spring Elegance
Snowcap Arabis (Arabis alpina caucasica), offered by OSC Seeds
Snowcap Arabis, also known as Rock Cress, is a hardy perennial that brightens gardens with its fragrant white flowers from April to May. Its silvery-green evergreen foliage, reaching just 20 cm tall, provides excellent ground cover. Ideal for rock gardens, borders, and alpine settings, this plant adds a refined and natural charm.
Spread: Up to 30 cm
Plant height: 20 cm
Packet size: Approx. 350 seeds
Companion plants: Aubrieta, campanula, sedum
Incompatible plants: None known
How to Grow:
Start seeds indoors in January or February in a soilless mix. Gently press seeds into the soil surface without covering, as light is essential for germination. Maintain a temperature of 24°C for germination in 21 days. Once sprouted, grow seedlings under lights at a slightly cooler temperature. Harden off and transplant outdoors in a sunny or partly shaded location, spacing plants 15 cm apart. Light trimming after flowering promotes compact growth. For direct sowing, plant seeds in late summer.
Snowcap Arabis is perfect for adding elegance to rock gardens and borders, with its graceful flowers and evergreen foliage.
