Arabis caucasica Variegata

Watering Arabis caucasica
Perennial plants are subject to some months of vegetational rest. During these months it isn't necessary to water them. Water rarely, about once every 1-2 weeks with 2-3 glasses of water , keeping the soil dry for a few days before watering again; when wetting we suggest avoiding surpluses, however to wet the soil deep down.

Generalities Arabis caucasica
These plants grow covering the whole land at their disposal. The Arabis caucasica Is small in size; in spring it assumes a white colouring. These are evergreen plants, which means they keep their leaves year round. The Arabis caucasica is a plant for a rock garden.

Exposure Arabis caucasica
The Arabis caucasica should be grown in a bright place, with direct sunlight. These plants lose the aerial part during the coldest months of the year. As spring begins, stems and leaves quickly start to reproduce.The Arabis caucasica should be grown outdoors; it can bear very harsh temperatures without any problems, even many degrees below zero.

Fertilization Arabis caucasica
We suggest adding to the irrigation water, in the spring, every 20-25 days, a specific fertilizer for flowering plants. We can also mix to the soil near the plants a granular slow release fertilizer, which has a 3-4 month action.

Treatments Arabis caucasica
Generally during this time of year we suggest a pre-emptive treatment with wide range insecticide and with a systemic fungicide, to prevent the attack from part of the aphids and the development of fungus diseases, often favoured by a mild and damp climate.

Soil Arabis caucasica
We suggest a substratum characterized by an excellent drainage.

Notes Arabis caucasica
When wanted we can grow these plants in a vase. The indications given in this article are related to a medium size plant.

This page concerns the weather continental it is possible to choose another climate area alpine mediterranean

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