Arabis alpina

Alpine Rockcress

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Low-growing perennial herb with basal rosettes of leaves and clusters of four-petaled white or pink flowers in spring. Ideal for rock gardens.
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Plant Details

Common Name Alpine Rockcress
Family Brassicaceae
Genus Arabis
Species Alpina
Origin Europe, Asia (Alpine regions)
Blooming Spring flowering, short-lived perennial often treated as biennial
Leaf Color Green to grey-green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained, poor to moderately fertile soil. Avoid heavy clay or waterlogged conditions.

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Watering

Moderate water during active growth. Allow topsoil to dry between waterings. Drought tolerant once established.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun for best flowering; tolerates partial shade in hot climates.

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Fertilization

Low nutrient needs. Avoid heavy feeding which promotes leggy growth and reduces flowering.

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Pruning

Deadhead spent flowers to encourage rebloom. Cut back foliage after flowering to maintain compact shape.

Pest Control Aphid Cabbage Worm Flea Beetle

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
5° – 82°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
150 – 1200
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 50%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
150 – 800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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