Glacier™ Red Rock Cress
Aubrieta hybrida
SKU
44345
A profusion of purple-red blooms cover this low, mat-forming perennial. Blooms later than other rock cress, making it the perfect season extender. Grouping to create a swath of color in a rock garden or borders. Thrives in patio pots.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Moderate to low water needs once established- water regularly while flowering.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | aw-bree-EH-tuh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Reaches 4 to 6 in. tall, 10 to 12 in. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Early Spring |
| Design Ideas | This dense little perennial is a favorite for spilling out of niches in old stone walls and in nooks of rock gardens. Use as an informal edging along walkways and flagstone paths. Neatens up the front of the perennial border perfectly. A great choice beneath roses in the cutting garden. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Flower Attribute | Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Purplish-pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Cottage, Rustic |
| Growth Habit | Mounding |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Mass Planting, Rock Garden, Ground Cover |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, Compact Form, Multi-Season Interest |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Moderate to low water needs once established- water regularly while flowering. |
Thrives in slightly acidic, well-drained soils. Best in filtered sun in hot summer regions. Water regularly to establish a deep, extensive root system. Feed in spring, repeat during growing season. Shear lightly after flowering. Needs cool weather to set flowers. Plant 10 inches apart for mass plantings or groundcover.
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5 - 9
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