Holboell's Rockcress
Boechera holboellii
Overview
Holboell's Rockcress (Boechera holboellii) is a plant species native to meadows and alpine zones of the Rocky Mountains. The plant has delicate blue-green, deeply divided leaves, and bright yellow flowers which are 1/4-1/3 inch in size. The stems are hairy and sticky, and tend to grow anywhere from 1-2 feet in height. In the spring Holboell's Rockcress produces abundant blooms, making it ideal for flower gardens and lawns, and in the summer the flowers dry up and adhere to the stem before fading away. It requires moist soil and some shade for optimum growth. Care should be taken to note that it does not spread aggressively or take over other plants.
Care Guide
Watering
Minimal — every "2-3" days.
Light
full sun, part shade.
Pruning
Best pruned in March, April.
Propagation
Seed Propagation, Cutting, Division, Layering Propagation
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