Rock cress 'Old Gold'

Arabis ferdinandi-coburgii 'Old Gold' is an attractive evergreen ground cover featuring striking golden-yellow and green variegated foliage that remains decorative throughout the year. In spring, masses of pure white flowers create a beautiful contrast against the colourful leaves, bringing brightness to rock gardens and sunny borders. Its dense, compact growth habit makes it perfect for walls, edging, and alpine plantings. Hardy and easy to grow, it provides long-lasting colour with minimal maintenance.

Care/Water

Arabis ferdinandi-cobourgii 'Old Gold' requires regular watering during the growing season. Keep the soil lightly moist, avoid waterlogging, and water especially on hot, dry days in the morning or evening.

Maintenance

Regularly remove faded flowers and dead leaves. Trim weak or damaged stems. Light spring fertilization supports strong growth and ensures a lush flowering period where the golden-yellow flowers stand out beautifully.

Location

Prefers sunny spots with well-draining, humus-rich soil. Ideal for rock gardens, borders, or beds where the golden-yellow blooms are particularly decorative.

Tip

Attracts bees and butterflies. Regularly check soil moisture to keep the plant healthy and ensure a long flowering period.

Arabis ferdinandi-cobourgii 'Old Gold' is a decorative plant with light green leaves and delicate flowers, enhancing rock gardens, beds, and borders. It provides structure and lively accents.

The plant grows well in sunny spots and attracts pollinators.