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Draba aizoides

yellow whitlow grass

A mat-forming perennial with small, dark green leaves and bright yellow flowers in late spring

Other common names
sea-green whitlow grass
whitlow-grass
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Size
Ultimate height
Up to 10cm
Time to ultimate height
5–10 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Loam
Sand
Moisture
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pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Yellow Green
Summer Green
Autumn Green
Winter Green
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

South–facing or West–facing or East–facing or ±·´Ç°ù³Ù³ó–f²¹³¦¾±²Ô²µ

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H5
Botanical details
Family
Brassicaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
Yes
Foliage
Semi evergreen
Habit
Matforming
Genus

Draba can be annuals or evergreen perennials, with rosettes of small leaves forming compact cushions or mats, and short racemes of small, 4-petalled flowers in spring or early summer

Name status

Correct

Plant range
C & S Europe (Mts)

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in a gritty very well-drained soil. Protect from excessive winter rain. Avoid wetting foliage

Propagation

Propagate by seed and root rosettes

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Gravel garden
  • Rock garden
Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs and aphids

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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