About
A dwarf, tufted perennial from dry, rocky habitats in Central Asia with paired, narrow, mid-green leaves and loose clusters of small, white or pale blue, four-petalled flowers in spring. A little-known alpine for a very well-drained, cool, sunny rock garden or alpine house.
About the genus
Draba can be annuals or evergreen perennials, with rosettes of small leaves forming compact cushions or mats, and short racemes of small, 4-petalled flowers in spring or early summer
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant after last frost in fertile soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly.
PropagationGrow from seed in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.