Aubrieta 'Doctor Mules Variegated'

Also Known As

Alyssum deltoideum
Aubrieta 'Dr Mules Variegata'
Aubrieta deltoidea 'Dr Mules Variegated'
Dr. Mules Variegata Purple Rock Cress
Rock Cress
Rockcress

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 4"-6"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Aubrieta 'Doctor Mules Variegated' plant details

Aubrieta 'Doctor Mules Variegated' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring and summer pink and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aubrieta 'Doctor Mules Variegated'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: brassicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and purple blooms in spring and summer
Uses: rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aubrieta 'Doctor Mules Variegated'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Against its tiny leaves edged with cream the violet-purple flowers of this 4-6" tall carpeting perennial make a delightful show over a long late spring into summer show for rocks, banks, containers, gravel, border. S/M-D/GdD