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| Plant Number: 1.022.100 | USDA Zone: 5 - 9 |
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 | Aethionema grandiflorum |
| Common name : Persian Stonecress |
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| Native to the Middle East, this is a low shrubby perennial that forms a beautiful cushioned mound of soft blue-green needle-shaped leaves. Small clusters of light rose-pink blooms are produced over many weeks in late spring and early summer. Grows best in poor, dry alkaline soil but needs excellent drainage. Dislikes winter wet. Prune lightly after blooming to maintain a bushy habit. Although not a long-lived perennial, this will self-seed where happy. A terrific choice for sunny rock gardens and walls or alpine troughs. May need protection from browsing deer. May prove to be hardy in colder regions if snowcover is reliable.
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Conditions |
Appearance |
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Soil Type
Sandy
Soil pH
Neutral
Alkaline
Soil Moisture
Average
Dry
Care Level
Moderate
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Flower Colour
Light Pink
Blooming Time
Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Spring
Foliage Color
Blue
Grey Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Alpine & Rock
Containers
Drought Tolerant
Edging
Evergreen
Flower Head Size
Small
Height
15-30 cm
6-12 inches
Spread
30-45 cm
12-18 inches
Foot Traffic
None
Growth Rate
Medium
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