Aubrieta deltoidea
Rock Cress / Aubrieta, Common
Description
Aubrieta deltoidea is a mat-forming perennial. It's an ideal plant for chinks in dry stone walls or between patio flagstones. It grows 2"-6" high, 1'-1.5' across. It produces small, gray green leaves with a few teeth at tips.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Blue, Lavender, Pink, Purple
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Meadow, Mediterranean
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Filler
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Adjust sprinklers to avoid watering sidewalks and driveways.