Drummond's Rockcress
Arabis drummondii
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
4"–12" H × 4"–8" W
Bloom
Apr, May, Jun
Native to
WA
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
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Drummond's rockcress is a low-growing perennial that forms compact mats of small leaves. It produces clusters of white or pink flowers from April through June, creating a tidy groundcover effect.
In an HOA neighborhood
Drummond's Rockcress is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
The spring flowers attract native bees and butterflies during an important early season period. Its compact size makes it suitable for pollinator gardens in smaller spaces.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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