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Aubrieta, a plant that is simply beautiful

This low-maintenance, creeping perennial is a great flower to add to your garden this season. Its vibrant flower color and beautiful foliage are easily admired. Plant and enjoy its beauty, as well as the butterflies and hummingbirds it attracts!

Basics

Zones

4-9

Sunlight

This plant will thrive in a location that gets a lot of sunshine and a little bit of shade each day.

Watering Needs

Moderate

Flowering season(s)

Spring

Soil type

Well draining soil, Rocky, Alkaline

Flower Color

Purple

Aubrieta

How to plant & care for Aubrieta

WATER:

Water 1-2 times per week to keep the soil fairly moist.

EXPOSURE:

Aubrietia loves to be planted in a spot that gets at least 6 hours of sun each day in order to show off its beautiful blooms.

PRUNING:

Prune in the middle of summer and trim as needed to keep up an appearance you enjoy.

PROPAGATION:

Propagate by digging up, separating, and then replanting 12 inches apart.

FERTILIZER:

Fertilizing is not necessary.

Diseases often seen on Aubrieta

If enough sunlight and air flow isn't provided, downy mildew can occur. Well-draining soil is important to avoid root rot.