Plants in family brassicaceae
Barbarea verna
Barbarea verna, a biennial herb in the Brassicaceae family, is high in vitamins A and C and has been cultivated since the 17th century. Native to southern Europe and western Asia, it is a winter green plant that grows easily in gardens. Its leaves are used in sandwiches, salads, and soups as a substitute for watercress.
Eruca vesicaria 'Astro'
Eruca vesicaria 'Astro' is a variety of arugula with wider leaves and a slower bolting rate, offering a longer harvest period. Its flavor is milder initially but becomes more peppery over time. This plant is well-suited for containers and benefits from afternoon shade to extend its harvest.
Brassica oleracea var. viridis
This versatile vegetable, known as 'Georgia Southern' since the 1800s, grows large leaves that are sweeter after fall frosts. It can survive temperatures down to 20°F and is an excellent container variety.
Iberis sempervirens 'Alexander's White'
Iberis sempervirens 'Alexander's White' is a ground-hugging, spreading plant known for its white flowers that bloom in spring. It attracts butterflies and honeybees and remains evergreen in warmer climates. This low spreading groundcover thrives in full sun and tolerates poor, rocky soil. It is drought tolerant once established and resistant to rabbits and deer. Pruning after flowering encourages rebloom, making it a resilient and attractive addition to gardens.
Armoracia rusticana 'Maliner Kren'
Armoracia rusticana 'Maliner Kren' is a robust plant known for its strong, peppery, and spicy flavor. It grows up to 2.5 feet tall and spreads 3 feet wide, thriving in full sun with moderate water needs. This plant is typically planted in fall or early spring and is valued for its antioxidants and health benefits.
Brassica rapa var. chinensis 'Baby Choi'
Also called pak choi, this plant is harvested at 5 to 6 inches tall in about 35 days. It is ideal for growing in containers and resists bolting.
Aurinia saxatilis
Aurinia saxatilis, commonly known as basket-of-gold, is a spring-flowering perennial with bright golden-yellow flowers. This plant forms a low, bushy mound of grey-green leaves and is drought-tolerant, making it ideal for sunny, well-drained locations. It attracts butterflies and serves as an evergreen groundcover, adding vibrant color to gardens.
Iberis sempervirens 'Summer Snowdrift'
Iberis sempervirens 'Summer Snowdrift' is a carpet-forming perennial known for its fragrant, flat-topped flower clusters that bloom from spring to late summer. This plant is heat and frost tolerant, making it a reliable groundcover or border plant. It thrives in full sun to part shade and is rarely bothered by deer, offering low maintenance and pollinator-friendly benefits.
Cardamine diphylla
Cardamine diphylla is a native plant from Maine to South Carolina, known for its winter-green foliage with dark olive drab and silver veins. It is a weed-suppressing groundcover that prefers moist woodland soil and light shade. The plant goes dormant in summer and re-emerges in late fall, producing clusters of white bells in early spring.
Erysimum pulchellum
Erysimum pulchellum is a drought-tolerant plant native to dryland climates like Turkey, Armenia, and Iran. It forms a dense, evergreen mat with tiny leaves and blooms with mustard yellow flowers in late March to April. This groundcover is ideal for rock gardens and sunlit areas.
Draba lasiocarpa
Draba lasiocarpa is a miniature member of the cabbage family, forming a 3-inch tall rock garden-sized bun of tiny, hairy green leaves. It produces bright yellow flowers in late winter, making it a charming addition to rock gardens.
Erysimum 'Bowles' Mauve'
Erysimum 'Bowles' Mauve' is a winter-flowering perennial that forms a clump about 2 feet tall and 3 feet wide. It has narrow evergreen foliage with a blue-grey hue and produces clusters of mauve flowers from late fall through spring. This plant thrives in sunny locations and is known for its long blooming period.
Cardamine dissecta
Cardamine dissecta is a unique plant introduced by Plant Delights/JLBG in 2022, collected from Whitfield County, Georgia. It features dental floss-like leaves that emerge in winter and tiny white bell-shaped flowers in mid-February. This slow-growing plant forms a 5-inch tall by 10-inch wide specimen and goes dormant by May, making it an interesting addition to gardens that appreciate seasonal changes.
Cardamine bulbosa 'Fairy Lights'
Cardamine bulbosa 'Fairy Lights' is a native woodland spring ephemeral that emerges from dormancy in October. It grows to about 17 inches tall and produces clusters of tiny white bell-shaped flowers by mid-March. This plant is well-suited for cottage gardens and rock gardens, attracting butterflies and thriving in part sun to light shade. It is drought-tolerant and can grow in dry shade, making it a versatile addition to various garden settings.