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Biscutella laevigata

Also Known As

  • Buckler Mustard

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-20"
  • W: 6"

planting zones

  • 5a-8a

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Biscutella laevigata plant details

Biscutella laevigata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge followed by green and purple fruit. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Biscutella laevigata

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: brassicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 12 IN - 20 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Biscutella laevigata

USDA Zones: 5a - 8a
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Biscutella laevigata L. (Brassicaceae), a rare perennial metallophyte plant species known mainly from Central and Southern Europe, has a very restricted distribution in Poland. One known Polish lowland location of B. laevigata on zinc dumps near Olkusz, Upper Silesia. The mechanisms of plant adaptation to a hostile environment, rich in heavy metals is being actively studied.

Gardening facts about Biscutella laevigata plant

How to Grow Biscutella laevigata

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Fruit

    • green
    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • fuzzy

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