Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00000133
11/12/99
Arabis blepharophylla--Rock Cress
Hardiness Zones: 3 to 7
Height: 12 in Spacing: 15 in
Type: herbaceous perennial
Flowers: Purple
Comments: Rock Cress is a good plant for the rock garden
or as an edging plant. Any well-drained soil is suitable
although sandy soil is preferred. The plants may winter
kill on heavy soil and should be given winter protection
in northern areas. Prune back each year after flowering
to encourage compactness and a second bloom.
Propagation: Rock Cress are propagated by seed, division
and cuttings. Softwood stem cuttings are taken and rooted
in the summer soon after the flowers fade. The plant is
divided in September or in spring. The seed may need
stratification and germinates in 20 to 25 days at 70
degrees. Light is necessary for germination.
Cultivars:
'Pink Pearl' - Pink flowers.
'Spring Charm' - The flowers are a soft, rose pink.
'Red Sensation' - Red flowers.
References for Cultivars: Walters Gardens 1999, Ray
Wiegand's Nursery 1999, Weston Nurseries 1999, Sheridan
Nurseries 1999.
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