Create a carpet of delicate spring color with Rock Cress Seeds – Light Pink Variety. These premium heirloom, non-GMO seeds are selected for reliable germination and vigorous groundcover growth in rock gardens, borders, slopes, retaining walls, raised beds, containers, and decorative pathways. This perennial variety forms dense mats of foliage topped with soft light pink blossoms, making it a favorite for early-season color and long-lasting landscape beauty.
Easy to grow and drought-tolerant once established, Rock Cress thrives in full sun and well-draining soil. Ideal for shoppers searching for rock cress seeds for planting, light pink flower seeds, perennial groundcover seeds, non-GMO garden seeds, and easy-grow perennial varieties.
Key Features
- Premium heirloom-quality seeds
- Non-GMO with dependable germination
- Ideal for rock gardens, borders, slopes, and groundcover use
- Soft light pink blooms in early spring
- Low-growing perennial that spreads naturally
- Beginner-friendly and low maintenance
- Fresh packaging maintains seed quality and viability
Specifications
- Seed Name: Rock Cress Seeds
- Variety: Light Pink Rock Cress (Aubrieta species)
- Plant Type: Perennial
- Heirloom: Yes
- Organic: Not certified organic
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
- Season: Spring or fall planting
- USDA Zones: 4–9
- Growing Method: Indoor start or direct sow outdoors
- Sunlight Requirement: Full sun (6+ hours daily)
- Planting Depth: Surface sow or lightly cover (1/8 inch)
- Seed Spacing: 8–12 inches apart
- Soil Requirement: Gritty, well-draining sandy or rocky soil
- Watering Needs: Low to moderate; allow soil to dry between watering
- Germination Time: 14–21 days at 60–70°F
- Growth Habit: Low-growing, spreading groundcover
- Indoor Start: 6–8 weeks before last frost
- Outdoor Planting: After frost danger has passed
- Container Growing: Ideal for shallow pots and wall planters
- Mature Height: 4–6 inches
- Plant Spread: 12–18 inches
- Time to First Blooms: 90–120 days from sowing
Planting Guide
- Surface sow seeds or lightly cover with soil about 1/8 inch deep.
- Keep soil evenly moist during germination.
- Place in full sun for strong early growth.
- Thin seedlings to 8–12 inches apart once established.
- Transplant to borders, rock spaces, or containers as desired.
- Water sparingly once plants mature.
- Enjoy reliable perennial blooms each spring.
