Species Spreadingpod Rockcress
light-blue flowers and green buds on green stems

Spreadingpod Rockcress

Boechera divaricarpa

Also Known As - Hybrid Rock Cress
Spreadingpod Rockcress (Boechera divaricarpa) is a perennial herbaceous wildflower. It is native to the western parts of North America, where it is found in high-altitude mountain environments. Its unique flowers feature 4 white petals and a single yellow-to-green center. The flowers are borne on short stalks from a cluster of leaves at the top of its stem. Its thin pods spread outward, giving it its characteristic appearance. Spreadingpod Rockcress has a strong taproot and can tolerate arid climates and harsh winds. While not commonly cultivated, it is appreciated in natural settings for its excellent adaptation to rocky mountain environments.

Watering:

Minimal

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Four Corners Rockcress should be watered weekly during the growing season. Provide the plant with about 1 inch of water each week, saturating the soil to the roots. In the winter, reduce watering to once a month. Make sure the soil dries between waterings and that the plant does not sit in water.

sunlight

Four Corners Rockcress is best grown in full sun, meaning that it should be planted in a spot that receives 8 to 10 hours of direct sunlight each day. The optimal time of day for this species to receive the most sunlight is between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., with the peak sunlight hours typically occurring around noon. If the plant gets less than the recommended amount of sunlight, its growth may slow and eventually halt. It is important to ensure that the plant receives the necessary amount of direct sunlight year-round if it is to thrive and produce the most and best flowers.

pruning

Four Corners Rockcress should be pruned in late winter or early spring. Pruning should be done as little as possible, and the goal should be to remove old, straggly stems and seed heads. This helps to prevent overcrowding in the plant and encourages the development of fresh, new growth. To perform pruning, remove any stems that have dead or dying foliage from the middle and back of the plant. Pruning can also be used to control the plant’s size by selectively thinning stems. Thinning should be done by removing entire stems, taking care not to leave any stubs. New growth can also be encouraged by pruning off the tips of the stems.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
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Harvest Fruit

Starts Flowering

Harvest Fruit

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