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    Boechera perennans

    Also Known As

    • Arabis perennans
    • Perennial Rock Cress
    • Perennial Rockcress
    • Rock Cress

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 12"-24"
    • W: 8"-12"

    planting zones

    • 7a-11

    Boechera perennans plant details

    Boechera perennans is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring lavender and pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Does well in gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Boechera perennans

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: brassicaceae, brassicales
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
    Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in spring
    Uses: native plant, rock garden, xeric

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Boechera perennans

    USDA Zones: 7a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: occasional
    Resistant to: heat
    Soil needs: gritty, lean and well-drained

    Gardening facts about Boechera perennans plant

    How to Grow Boechera perennans

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • occasional

    • Soil Needs

      • lean
      • well-drained
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • pink
      • lavender

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • butterflies

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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