Large Bitter-cress (Cardamine Amara) is a perennial herb in the Brassicaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires high watering and partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Cardamine amara is a perennial herbaceous plant known for its white to occasionally purplish flowers and preference for moist habitats.

Large Bitter-cress

Large Bitter-cress

Cardamine Amara

Cardamine amara is a perennial herbaceous plant known for its white to occasionally purplish flowers and preference for moist habitats.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
High
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator support, moist soil stabilization

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Large Bitter-cress

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Brassicaceae
Genus:Cardamine