Arabis caucasica 'Snowcap'

Also Known As

Rockcress

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 4"-8"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Arabis caucasica 'Snowcap' plant details

Arabis caucasica 'Snowcap' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arabis caucasica 'Snowcap'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: brassicaceae, brassicales
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 4 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: rock garden, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arabis caucasica 'Snowcap'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A choice rock garden plant displaying profuse pure white flowers over a dense carpet of grey-green foliage. An evergreen with a cascading, mat habit. Easy to grow. Plant in well-drained soil. Ideal in border fronts, edging and mass plantings. Shear plants after flowering to retain compact form.