A petite, cushion-forming alpine perennial native to high mountain regions of Europe, Draba subacaulis produces dense mats of small, felty, gray-green leaves topped with clusters of bright yellow flowers in early spring. Its compact growth habit makes it perfect for rock gardens, crevices, and alpine troughs.
Native Range:
Mountainous areas of the Alps and surrounding European ranges.
Hardiness:
USDA Zones 4–7. Exceptionally hardy, tolerant of cold winters and snow cover.
Cultivation:
Thrives in full sun with sharply drained, rocky or sandy soils. Prefers cool, well-ventilated sites with minimal summer moisture. Ideal for rock gardens, scree beds, and alpine planting where drainage is excellent. Requires minimal watering once established. Propagate by seed or division in spring.
Height: 2–4 inches
Bloom Time: Early spring
Soil Needs: Well-drained, gritty or sandy soils
Water Requirements: Low
Photo is from inside the alpine house at Harlow Carr-by Leonora Enking
A petite, cushion-forming alpine perennial native to high mountain regions of Europe, Draba subacaulis produces dense mats of small, felty, gray-green leaves topped with clusters of bright yellow flowers in early spring. Its compact growth habit makes it perfect for rock gardens, crevices, and alpine troughs.
Native Range:
Mountainous areas of the Alps and surrounding European ranges.
Hardiness:
USDA Zones 4–7. Exceptionally hardy, tolerant of cold winters and snow cover.
Cultivation:
Thrives in full sun with sharply drained, rocky or sandy soils. Prefers cool, well-ventilated sites with minimal summer moisture. Ideal for rock gardens, scree beds, and alpine planting where drainage is excellent. Requires minimal watering once established. Propagate by seed or division in spring.
Height: 2–4 inches
Bloom Time: Early spring
Soil Needs: Well-drained, gritty or sandy soils
Water Requirements: Low
Photo is from inside the alpine house at Harlow Carr-by Leonora Enking