Aubrieta 'Whitewell Gem'

Also Known As

Aubretia hybrida 'Whitewall Gem'

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 6"-8"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

4a-9b

Aubrieta 'Whitewell Gem' plant details

Aubrieta 'Whitewell Gem' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring purple and red 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. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aubrieta 'Whitewell Gem'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: brassicaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: purple and red blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aubrieta 'Whitewell Gem'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Compact, rockery plant. Early bloomer. Larger flowers and more vigorous growth than other Aubrieta. Masses of purple and red flowers cover a low, mounding, semi-evergreen perennial. Cut back after flowering to maintain a dense habit.

By: Little Prince of Oregon

Gardening facts about Aubrieta 'Whitewell Gem' plant

How to Grow Aubrieta 'Whitewell Gem'

Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun