Pennsylvania bittercress
Cardamine pensylvanica
Pennsylvania bittercress is a fast-growing native perennial that prefers moist, shaded environments such as woodland edges, stream banks, and rain gardens. Water regularly to maintain consistently moist soil and plant in a partially shaded location for best results. It spreads readily and requires little intervention once established.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
240″ – 480″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
8″
Flowers
white
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days • Water Regularly To Keep Soil Consistently Moist, Especially Near Stream Edges Or Shaded Beds
Soil pH
4.8 – 6.8
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 240″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Fine
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Mar 29, 2022 by Maarten Vanhove (cc-by-sa)
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