Best Plants for Rock Gardens: Rock cress, also called arabis, gets its name from the fact that it will thrive in the thin ribbon of soil wedged between boulders. This pretty creeper grows 4-6 inches tall and produces masses of cheerful pink or white flowers in the spring. It can tolerate heat and drought and is deer-resistant. Botanic Name: Arabis sp. Zones: 4-8 Light: Full sun/ Partial sun
