Nyman's Bittercress (Cardamine Polemonioides) is a perennial herb in the Brassicaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 2-6. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Cardamine polemonioides is a perennial plant native to subarctic and subalpine regions, primarily found in Eastern Canada and subarctic biomes.

Nyman's Bittercress

Nyman's Bittercress

Cardamine Polemonioides

Cardamine polemonioides is a perennial plant native to subarctic and subalpine regions, primarily found in Eastern Canada and subarctic biomes.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
2-6

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, biodiversity support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Nyman's Bittercress

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Prune
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Repot
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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