Common Whitlowgrass (Draba Verna) is a annual herb in the Brassicaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Draba verna is a small, early-flowering annual in the cabbage family, known for its delicate white flowers and basal rosette of leaves.

Common Whitlowgrass

Common Whitlowgrass

Draba Verna

Draba verna is a small, early-flowering annual in the cabbage family, known for its delicate white flowers and basal rosette of leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, early spring interest

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Common Whitlowgrass

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:Draba