Overview
Draba streptocarpa is a compact, cushion-forming alpine rockery in the genus Draba, part of the Brassicaceae family, with evergreen, rosettes foliage. Draba streptocarpa grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include rock gardens, alpine beds and ground cover.
About
Draba streptocarpa is a compact, cushion-forming alpine rockery plant within the genus Draba, known for its evergreen rosettes of small leaves. This cultivar thrives in full sun on south-facing, sheltered sites with well-drained, neutral loam soil. It flowers in summer and autumn, producing short racemes of small, four-petaled flowers typical of the genus. Suitable for rock gardens, alpine beds, and as ground cover, it prefers fertile, moist conditions and is hardy to UK zone H5. Propagation is by seed or division.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Draba
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Draba streptocarpa size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery
- Habit
- Compact, cushion-forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen, rosettes
- Suggested uses
- Rock gardens, alpine beds, ground cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Draba streptocarpa
- Propagation
- Seed, division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-resistant
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-resistant
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Draba streptocarpa?
Draba streptocarpa prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Draba streptocarpa need?
Draba streptocarpa grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Draba streptocarpa hardy in the UK?
Draba streptocarpa has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Draba streptocarpa?
Seed, division.
