Chamois cress
Hornungia alpina
Chamois cress is a delicate alpine perennial best suited to rock gardens or alpine troughs where it receives partial shade and excellent drainage. It prefers cool temperatures and gritty, well-drained soil that mimics its native mountain habitat. Avoid hot, humid conditions and overwatering, as this plant is sensitive to root rot.
Care Level
High
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 48″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
6″
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days • Water Moderately, Keeping Soil Evenly Moist But Never Waterlogged; Reduce Watering In Winter
Soil pH
6 – 8
Temperature
-10° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Coarse
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Apr 23, 2017 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)
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