Aethionema grandiflorum, also known as Persian Stonecress is a great addition to many rock gardens.  It thrives in limey conditions, creating a bushy, spreading ground cover.  It was awarded the 'Award of Garden Merit' from the Royal Horticultural Society.  It's a great pollinator plant that produces many light purple blossoms reaching up to 20cm and will attract all sorts of honey and bumble bees.  Drought tolerant, grows well in full sun conditions.  Prefers dry, well-drained, rocky, limey areas.

Hardiness zone: 5-8

 Seeds per pack: 10

Germination: These seeds should germinate quickly, if they haven't germinated after 3 to 4 weeks, a 2 to 4 week cooling period is recommended.