A charming alpine cushion plant, Draba oligosperma forms dense, moss-like tufts of gray-green foliage that become covered in a profusion of bright yellow flowers in early spring. Native to the western mountains of North America, it ranges from the Cascades and Sierra Nevada east into the Rockies, thriving in exposed, rocky slopes, screes, and windswept alpine ridges. Its natural habitat makes it a perfect choice for rock gardens, troughs, and crevice plantings, where its tidy form and early bloom provide cheerful color when little else is awake.
This draba excels in well-drained, gritty soil in full sun, tolerating drought once established but requiring sharp drainage to prevent winter losses. Its small stature and cushion habit allow it to tuck beautifully into narrow crevices and among rocks, where it mimics its native mountain home. Perfect for troughs or crevice garden.
Hardiness: Extremely hardy, suitable for USDA Zones 3–8.
A charming alpine cushion plant, Draba oligosperma forms dense, moss-like tufts of gray-green foliage that become covered in a profusion of bright yellow flowers in early spring. Native to the western mountains of North America, it ranges from the Cascades and Sierra Nevada east into the Rockies, thriving in exposed, rocky slopes, screes, and windswept alpine ridges. Its natural habitat makes it a perfect choice for rock gardens, troughs, and crevice plantings, where its tidy form and early bloom provide cheerful color when little else is awake.
This draba excels in well-drained, gritty soil in full sun, tolerating drought once established but requiring sharp drainage to prevent winter losses. Its small stature and cushion habit allow it to tuck beautifully into narrow crevices and among rocks, where it mimics its native mountain home. Perfect for troughs or crevice garden.
Hardiness: Extremely hardy, suitable for USDA Zones 3–8.
