Milkmaids (Cardamine Californica) is a perennial herb in the Brassicaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Cardamine californica is a perennial herb native to California, known for its delicate white to pale pink flowers that bloom in early spring.

Milkmaids

Milkmaids

Cardamine Californica

Cardamine californica is a perennial herb native to California, known for its delicate white to pale pink flowers that bloom in early spring.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen, early color

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Milkmaids

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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