<i>Arabis alpina</i> subsp. <i>caucasica</i> ‘Snowcap’ | Snowcap Rock Cress
DESCRIPTION
Arabis alpina subsp. caucasica 'Snowcap' is a low-growing perennial prized for its profusion of small, pure white flowers that blanket the foliage in early spring. This compact cultivar forms a dense mat of evergreen foliage that remains attractive year-round, with narrow, dark green, slightly serrated leaves creating a neat, uniform appearance. In early to mid-spring, 'Snowcap' produces an abundance of small, four-petaled flowers that completely cover the plant, creating a stunning display and attracting bees and butterflies. Versatile and thriving in a variety of garden settings, it is well-suited for rock gardens, border edging, and ground cover. 'Snowcap' prefers well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade, tolerating some shade in hotter climates. Relatively low-maintenance, it requires only occasional watering once established. 'Snowcap' adds beauty and elegance to the early spring garden with its profusion of white flowers and attractive foliage.
DESCRIPTION
Arabis alpina subsp. caucasica 'Snowcap' is a low-growing perennial prized for its profusion of small, pure white flowers that blanket the foliage in early spring. This compact cultivar forms a dense mat of evergreen foliage that remains attractive year-round, with narrow, dark green, slightly serrated leaves creating a neat, uniform appearance. In early to mid-spring, 'Snowcap' produces an abundance of small, four-petaled flowers that completely cover the plant, creating a stunning display and attracting bees and butterflies. Versatile and thriving in a variety of garden settings, it is well-suited for rock gardens, border edging, and ground cover. 'Snowcap' prefers well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade, tolerating some shade in hotter climates. Relatively low-maintenance, it requires only occasional watering once established. 'Snowcap' adds beauty and elegance to the early spring garden with its profusion of white flowers and attractive foliage.
DESCRIPTION
Arabis alpina subsp. caucasica 'Snowcap' is a low-growing perennial prized for its profusion of small, pure white flowers that blanket the foliage in early spring. This compact cultivar forms a dense mat of evergreen foliage that remains attractive year-round, with narrow, dark green, slightly serrated leaves creating a neat, uniform appearance. In early to mid-spring, 'Snowcap' produces an abundance of small, four-petaled flowers that completely cover the plant, creating a stunning display and attracting bees and butterflies. Versatile and thriving in a variety of garden settings, it is well-suited for rock gardens, border edging, and ground cover. 'Snowcap' prefers well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade, tolerating some shade in hotter climates. Relatively low-maintenance, it requires only occasional watering once established. 'Snowcap' adds beauty and elegance to the early spring garden with its profusion of white flowers and attractive foliage.
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Family: Brassicaceae
Height: 6-12 inches
Width: 12-18 inches
Foliage color: Dark green
Flower color: Pure white
Bloom time: Early to mid-spring
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Moderate
Maintenance: Low
Growing zone: 4-7
Wildlife attractors: Bees, butterflies
