How to grow Aubrieta

    Aspect: Full sun

    Flowering: Spring

    Hardiness: Fully hardy

    Soil: Well-drained

Where to plant Aubrieta

Aubrieta are best planted in a well-drained soil of sand, chalk and loam within an alkaline or neutral PH balance. Choose a site that has sheltered access to full sun. Aubrieta are best suited to banks and sloped or used as edging within courtyard, coastal, informal and rock gardens.

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How to plant Aubrieta

Remove any weeds or debris from the planting area. Dig a hole 2-3 inches wider and just as deep as the root ball. Amend the soil with compost to improve drainage. Place your Aubrieta into position and gently backfill. Water deeply and thoroughly to settle the soil into place.

How to care for Aubrieta

Cut back hard once the flowering period is over as this will encourage a new bought of foliage. Provide plenty of water when Aubrieta are in full bloom, reducing the schedule significantly throughout the rest of the year.