Overview
Arabis double white-flowered (d) is a matforming alpine rockery in the genus Arabis, part of the Brassicaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Arabis double white-flowered (d) grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include gravel garden, rock garden, patio and container plants and wildlife gardens.
About
Arabis double white-flowered (d) is a mat-forming alpine rockery plant belonging to the genus Arabis, which includes annuals or evergreen perennials with simple leaves and racemes of four-petalled flowers. This cultivar features double white flowers that bloom in summer and autumn. It thrives in full sun and well-drained fertile moist soil, tolerating a range of soil types and pH levels. Suitable for gravel and rock gardens, as well as patios and wildlife gardens, it is hardy to UK zone H6 and can be propagated by softwood cuttings or division.
About the genus
Arabis, or rockcress, is a genus of flowering plants, within the family Brassicaceae.
Wikipedia contributors, "Arabis", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Arabis
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 double white-flowered (d) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Gravel garden, Rock garden, Patio and container plants, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Arabis double white-flowered (d)
- Propagation
- Propagate by softwood cuttings in summer, or by division
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to arabis midge and flea beetles
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to downy mildews, white blister, and virus diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Arabis double white-flowered (d)?
Arabis double white-flowered (d) prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Arabis double white-flowered (d) need?
Arabis double white-flowered (d) 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 double white-flowered (d) hardy in the UK?
Arabis double white-flowered (d) 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 double white-flowered (d)?
Propagate by softwood cuttings in summer, or by division.