Purple cascades spilling over walls and rocks in spring. Shear after bloom for a fresh flush of foliage.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Apr to May
- USDA Zones
- 4-8
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low - drought tolerant
- Mature Height
- 4-8"
- Bloom Colors
- PurpleBluePink
△ Deer Resistant〰 Ground Cover✦ Low Maintenance▢ Container Friendly
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About This Name
Aubrieta deltoidea is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Aubrieta unambiguously. The genus Aubrieta places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Aubrieta, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Aubrieta deltoidea will give you the most precise results.