Aethionema
Aethionema annuum
Brassicaceae
Perennial
Ornamental
Attracts pollinators
About this plant
Aethionema annuum is a perennial ornamental plant that prefers full sun and medium water. It grows to a height of 0.2–0.4 meters and blooms with pink and purple flowers from May to July. It prefers sandy, loamy, or chalky soil and is suitable for USDA zones 5–8. This plant attracts pollinators.
Light
Full sun
Watering
Medium water
Soil
Sandy, Loamy, Chalky
Height
0.2–0.4 m
Spread
0.3–0.5 m
Zones
5–8
Flower colors
Calendar
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Indoor Sowing
Direct Sowing
Bloom Period
Transplanting
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Indoor Sowing
Direct Sowing
Bloom Period
Transplanting
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Growing Tips
- Soil: Prefers well-drained, sandy, loamy, or chalky soils.
- Sun: Requires full sun exposure.
- Water: Water moderately, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings.
- Hardiness: Suitable for USDA zones 5–8.
Pollination
This plant is known to attract pollinators.
Data source: Trefle.io
