Arabis blepharophylla
rose rockcress
A mat-forming to mounding, evergreen perennial with loose rosettes of obovate, toothed or untoothed, mid-green leaves and racemes of fragrant deep purplish pink flowers in late spring and early summer
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Purple Pink | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Purple Pink | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or East–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Brassicaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Matforming
- Genus
Arabis can be annuals or evergreen perennials, usually mat-forming, with simple leaves and racemes of 4-petalled white, pink or purple flowers.
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Western N America
How to grow
Cultivation
Will tolerate hot, dry conditions and poor, infertile soils. Protect from winter wet. In an alpine house grow in equal parts loam, leaf mould and sharp sand. Water freely when in growth, sparingly in winter
Propagation
Propagate by seed or by softwood cuttings, or by division in summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Gravel garden
- Rock garden
- Patio and container plants
- Garden edging
- Banks and slopes
Pruning
Trim back after flowering to maintain compactness
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids, gall midge and flea beetles
Diseases
May be infected by a downy mildew and white blister
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