Also known as Caucasian Arabis · Caucasian Rockcress · Garden Arabis
Arabis caucasica is a low-growing perennial with fragrant white flowers, ideal for rock gardens, walls, and borders.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Moderate to Low
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry between waterings; avoid waterlogging.
Well-drained, gritty, sandy loam
50% intensity
Adaptable
50% intensity
Prefers moderate temperatures; hardy and can tolerate some frost.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring; overfeeding can reduce flowering.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water sparingly once the soil has dried out. Arabis caucasica prefers well-drained conditions and is susceptible to root rot if overwatered.
Allow the soil to become dry between waterings, especially during winter dormancy. Ensure good drainage in pots or garden beds to prevent waterlogging.
Prune after flowering to maintain a tidy shape and encourage a second flush of blooms. Remove spent flower stalks and trim back any straggly growth.
This also prevents the plant from becoming too woody and can help to keep it compact, improving its overall appearance.
Propagate by stem cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Root cuttings in a well-draining compost mixture, keeping them moist and in a bright, warm location.
Division of established clumps in spring is another effective method to increase plant numbers.
Repot young plants annually in spring to provide fresh soil and more space. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years or when they become root-bound.
Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of compost and grit, to ensure good aeration and drainage.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Arabis Caucasica (Arabis caucasica)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Brassicales |
| Family | Brassicaceae |
| Genus | Arabis |
| Species | Arabis caucasica |
Similar in genus Arabis
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
