About
Sarcocapnos crassifolia is a trailing, glaucous perennial producing the characteristic small, spurless flowers of the genus in spring and summer. A rewarding and ornamental plant for a sunny, well-drained wall or rock crevice.
About the genus
Sarcocapnos are trailing, glaucous perennials in the fumitory family (Papaveraceae) from rocky habitats in southern Europe, producing small, spurless, white or pink flowers in spring and summer. Grown in sunny, well-drained walls and rock crevices.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.