Overview

Draba aizoides is a matforming alpine rockery in the genus Draba, part of the Brassicaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. It typically grows around Up to 10 cm tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 5-10 years. Draba aizoides grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include rock garden and gravel garden. It is native to Belgium and Walloon Region.

About

Draba aizoides, commonly known as yellow whitlow grass, is a matforming alpine rockery plant from the Brassicaceae family. It is a semi-evergreen species that grows up to 10 cm in height and spreads between 0.1 and 0.5 metres, reaching full size over 5 to 10 years. This hardy plant thrives in well-drained loam or sandy soils of varying pH and can be grown in full sun with any aspect, whether exposed or sheltered. It provides interest through spring, summer, and winter, making it a versatile choice for rock gardens.

About the genus

Draba is a large genus of flowering plants in the family Brassicaceae, commonly known as whitlow-grasses.

Wikipedia contributors, "Draba", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Draba

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Draba

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam, Sand

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing, West-facing, East-facing, North-facing

Exposure

Exposed, Sheltered

UK hardiness

H5

Plant details

Draba aizoides size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Alpine Rockery

Habit

Matforming

Foliage

Semi evergreen

Height

Up to 10 cm

Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Time to full height

5-10 years

Suggested uses

Rock garden, Gravel garden

Native to

Belgium, Walloon Region

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Draba aizoides

Propagation

Seed, Root rosettes

Pest resistance

Slugs, Aphids

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions