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Aethionema
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Fact sheet

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Typeperennial

“Stonecress and other Aethionema are short lived evergreen perennials” — Aethionema Plant Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

Days to germination30–90 days

“Aethionema species requires between 30 days and 90 days to germinate.” — Aethionema Plant Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

Days to maturity90–120 days

“Days to maturity: 90-120 days from seed to first blooms” — How to Grow Aethionema — LizPlants

Germination temperature60–70 °F

“maintain cool temperatures (60-70°F).” — How to Grow Aethionema — LizPlants

Lightfull sun

“Stonecress thrives in locations with full sun and well-draining soil.” — Aethionema Plant Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

Waterminimal watering once established

“Aethionema requires a little care, they require regular watering and the occasional application of fertiliser.” — Aethionema Plant Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

Soil pH6.5–7.5

“pH: 6.5-7.5” — How to Grow Aethionema — LizPlants

Hardiness zones4-7; many species hardy to zone 3

“Thrives best in zones 4-7; many species hardy to zone 3” — How to Grow Aethionema — LizPlants

Spacing8–9 in

“with a spacing of 10 to 18 cm, in the spring or autumn.” — Aethionema Plant Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

Height4–12 in

“Height and width: 4 to 12 inches tall and 6 to 12 inches wide” — How to Grow Aethionema

Propagationseed, cuttings

“so cuttings should be took after flowering, or the plant allowed to self.” — Aethionema Plant Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

Edible partsflowers

“Culinary Aethionema flowers are edible with a slightly peppery, mustard-like flavor” — How to Grow Aethionema — LizPlants

Toxicitynot toxic

“non-toxic to both cats and dogs” — Persian Stonecress - Aethionema thomasianum - Care Guide | PlantFun

IndoorsPosition in bright, filtered indirect light (e.g., near an east or south-facing window with sheer curtains). Avoid harsh direct midday sun.

“Position in bright, filtered indirect light” — Persian Stonecress - Aethionema thomasianum - Care Guide | PlantFun

Pestsaphids, spider mites

“Aphids and spider mites can attack Aethionema.” — How to Grow Aethionema

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