Also known as Alpine Eared Rockcress · Alpine Rock-Cress · Alpine Wall-Cress
Alpine Rockcress (Arabis alpina) is a low-growing perennial with clusters of white flowers. It thrives in sunny, well-drained locations, ideal for rock gardens and border
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers sunny locations but tolerates light shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained, Gritty, Sandy
50% intensity
Hardy
25% intensity
Tolerates a wide range of temperatures; benefits from winter chill.
Low Feed
25% intensity
Feed sparingly with diluted balanced fertilizer in spring/early summer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in autumn and winter. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, especially in containers.
Overwatering is a common issue for Alpine Rockcress.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain a neat shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead or faded flower stalks to improve appearance.
For older plants, a more significant trim in early spring can rejuvenate them. Avoid heavy pruning into old wood.
Propagate by sowing seeds in a cold frame in autumn or spring. Softwood cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy compost.
Division of established clumps in early spring is also an effective method for propagation.
Repot container-grown plants in early spring before new growth begins. Use a well-draining compost mix, such as a gritty alpine mix.
Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the previous one, as Alpine Rockcress prefers to be slightly root-bound. Ensure adequate drainage holes.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Alpine Rockcress (Arabis alpina)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Brassicales |
| Family | Brassicaceae |
| Genus | Arabis |
| Species | Arabis alpina |
Similar in genus Arabis
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
