Overview
Arabis caucasica var. brevifolia is a matforming alpine rockery in the genus Arabis, part of the Brassicaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Arabis caucasica var. brevifolia grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include gravel garden, patio and container plants, rock garden, low maintenance, banks and slopes and ground cover.
About
Arabis caucasica is a species of flowering plant in the mustard family (Brassicaceae) known by the common names garden arabis, mountain rock cress or Caucasian rockcress.
About the genus
Arabis, or rockcress, is a genus of flowering plants, within the family Brassicaceae.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Arabis
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Arabis caucasica var. brevifolia size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden, Low Maintenance, Banks and slopes, Ground cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Arabis caucasica var. brevifolia
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings in summer, Division
- Pest resistance
- Arabis midge, Flea beetles
- Disease resistance
- Downy mildews, White blister, Virus diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Arabis caucasica var. brevifolia?
Arabis caucasica var. brevifolia prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Arabis caucasica var. brevifolia need?
Arabis caucasica var. brevifolia is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Arabis caucasica var. brevifolia hardy in the UK?
Arabis caucasica var. brevifolia has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Arabis caucasica var. brevifolia?
Softwood cuttings in summer, Division.