Arabis cretica

Arabis cretica

Native to:
Kriti

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Brassicaceae
Genus:
Arabis
Species:
Arabis cretica

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
20 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
mar,apr,may
Bloom Colors:
white
Ground Cover:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds require light for germination. Surface sow or barely cover with fine grit.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C. Germinates within 3 months.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society