Pennsylvania Bittercress (Cardamine Pensylvanica) is a annual or biennial herb in the Brassicaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

An inconspicuous native annual or biennial herb found in moist sites, with edible young stems and leaves.

Pennsylvania Bittercress

Pennsylvania Bittercress

Cardamine Pensylvanica

An inconspicuous native annual or biennial herb found in moist sites, with edible young stems and leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual or biennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Pennsylvania Bittercress

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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