Stone Cress. A semi-evergreen cushion with blue-grey leaves. Small racemes of lavender pink flowers. Max Height 5cm. Max Spread 15cm to 20cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Aethionema oppositifolium
A semi-evergreen cushion with blue-grey leaves. Small racemes of lavender pink flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Aethionema |
|---|---|
| Species | oppositifolium |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Stone Cress |
| Flower Colour | pink |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 5cm |
| Family | Brassicaceae |
| Spread | 15cm, 20cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Cushion-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | blue, grey |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Cut back after flowering |
| Border | Rock garden |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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