Nuttall's Toothwort (Cardamine Nuttallii) is a perennial herb in the Brassicaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or dappled_shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Cardamine nuttallii is a perennial herb native to western North America, known for its small stature and early spring flowers.

Nuttall's Toothwort

Nuttall's Toothwort

Cardamine Nuttallii

Cardamine nuttallii is a perennial herb native to western North America, known for its small stature and early spring flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, dappled_shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
5-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator support, native plant restoration

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Nuttall's Toothwort

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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Nuttall's Toothwort
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Taxonomy

Family:Brassicaceae
Genus:Cardamine