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Aethionema grandiflorum

Family Cruciferae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level medium
Height 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type sandy
Soil pH neutral to alkaline

Description Aethionema grandiflorum (Persian stonecress) bears light pink blossoms during late spring to mid-summer. This plant has evergreen foliage that is greyish aquamarine and greyish green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, container and edging.
Special Characteristics Aethionema grandiflorum is tolerant of drought.