Overview
Draba x salomonii is a compact, cushion-forming alpine rockery in the genus Draba, part of the Brassicaceae family, with evergreen, rosettes foliage. Draba x salomonii 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 x salomonii is a compact, cushion-forming cultivar of the genus Draba, known for its evergreen rosettes of small leaves. This plant thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect with well-drained, neutral loam soil. It is hardy in the UK (H5) and is suitable for rock gardens, alpine beds, or as ground cover. Flowering occurs in summer and continues into autumn, with short racemes of small, four-petaled flowers typical of the genus. Cultivation requires fertile, moist soil, and propagation can be done 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 x salomonii 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 x salomonii
- Propagation
- Seed, division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-resistant
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-resistant
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Draba x salomonii?
Draba x salomonii prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Draba x salomonii need?
Draba x salomonii grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Draba x salomonii hardy in the UK?
Draba x salomonii 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 x salomonii?
Seed, division.
