Perennial Wall-Rocket

(Diplotaxis tenuifolia)

Perennial Wall-Rocket (Diplotaxis tenuifolia)

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Summary

Diplotaxis tenuifolia, commonly known as Perennial Wall-Rocket, is a glabrous perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region, including Europe and western Asia, and has become naturalized in many temperate regions worldwide. It can grow up to 4 feet tall and is characterized by its deeply pinnate leaves and bright yellow, four-petaled flowers that bloom from late spring to early autumn, adding a splash of color to the garden. The flowers are moderately showy and attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Perennial Wall-Rocket is valued for its ease of maintenance and its ability to thrive in disturbed areas, making it a suitable choice for urban gardens, borders, and as a ground cover in full sun environments. It prefers moderately damp, slightly alkaline soils but is adaptable to a range of soil conditions, provided they are well-drained. While it is drought-tolerant once established, regular watering will promote more vigorous growth. Gardeners should be cautious, as Diplotaxis tenuifolia can be potentially invasive outside its native range due to its prolific self-seeding habit. It is also used as a culinary herb, particularly in salads for its peppery flavor, and has been used traditionally in herbal medicine.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

  • Plant Type: Shrub, Herb
  • Height: 1-3 feet
  • Width: 1-1.5 feet
  • Growth Rate: Rapid
  • Flower Color: Yellow
  • Flowering Season: Spring
  • Leaf Retention: Deciduous

Growth Requirements

  • Sun: Full Sun
  • Water: Medium
  • Drainage: Medium, Fast

Common Uses

Bee Garden, Border Plant, Butterfly Garden, Edible*Disclaimer: Easyscape's listed plant edibility is for informational use. Always verify the safety and proper identification of any plant before consumption., Low Maintenance, Street Planting

Natural Habitat

Native to the Mediterranean region including Europe and western Asia

Other Names

Common Names: Wild Rocket, Narrow-Leaved Rocket, Lincoln’s-Weed, Perennial Wall-Rocket

Scientific Names: , Diplotaxis tenuifolia, Arabis sylvestris, Brassica erucastrum, Brassica muralis, Brassica tenuifolia, Brassica tenuifolia, Crucifera tenuifolia, Diplotaxis fruticulosa, Diplotaxis fruticulosa

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