Aubrieta deltoidea [purple]
Also Known As
- Alyssum deltoideum
- Aubrieta deltoidea 'Purple'
- Rock Cress
- Rockcress
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 4"-6"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Aubrieta deltoidea [purple] plant details
Aubrieta deltoidea [purple] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring 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, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Aubrieta deltoidea [purple]
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: brassicaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Aubrieta deltoidea [purple]
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: alkaline, average, gritty, rocky and well-drained
Gardening facts about Aubrieta deltoidea [purple] plant
How to Grow Aubrieta deltoidea [purple]
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- alkaline
- average
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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aka Purple Rock Cress
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 4"-8"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Red Cascade Rock Cress
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 4"-6"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Aubretia hybrida 'Audrey Purple Red Mix'
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 6"-8"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Aubretia 'Audrey Purple Shades', Audrey Purple Shades Rock Cress
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 3"-6"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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