Fendler's pennycress

About Fendler's pennycress

Fendler's pennycress is a charming little native wildflower that deserves a spot in your garden. It belongs to the same family as cabbage and mustard, and produces delicate clusters of small white or pale pink flowers that butterflies and other pollinators absolutely love. This perennial will come back year after year, giving you reliable color and life without replanting. It's the kind of modest beauty that catches your eye once you start looking for it, and it helps support the local insects and birds in your neighborhood.

This hardy plant is straightforward to grow. Like most wildflowers, it prefers well-draining soil and a sunny spot where it can thrive with minimal fussing. Plant it where you can enjoy its quiet charm, and let it settle into your garden naturally. You'll find this native is worth the small effort, rewarding you with blooms and the good feeling that comes from planting something that belongs in your region.