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Hutchinsia alpina

Family Brassicaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 5 - 10 cm (2 - 4 in)
Spread 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Hutchinsia alpina (hutchinsia) bears white flowers during mid spring to early summer. The foliage is deep green in colour and evergreen.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, container and edging.
Special Characteristics Hutchinsia alpina is tolerant of light foot traffic.