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Aubrieta Purple Cascade

Purple Rock Cress

Aubrieta Purple Cascade, commonly known as Rock Cress, is grown as an attractive groundcover. It forms a low carpet of dark green leaves and becomes covered in small, deep purple flowers for several weeks through spring as it grows to about 20 cm tall and 40 cm wide. Aubrieta Purple Cascade is commonly planted along the edges of paths, around rocks, or grown in a container. It also makes for an effective groundcover with a mass planting.

Aubrieta 'Purple Cascade' plant covered in purple flowers.

Aubrieta Purple Cascade (Purple Rock Cress) is currently unavailable.

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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Perennials
Height:20 cm
Spread:40 cm
Flowering time:Spring
Tolerances:Hardy
Garden uses:Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock, Tropical
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asPurple Rock Cress
Sku10665

Growing Aubrieta Purple Cascade Successfully in NZ

Aubrieta Purple Cascade prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established and suits NZ gardens with rockeries, borders, or containers.

Aubrieta Purple Cascade Care Tips

Water moderately in dry periods. Remove spent flowers to maintain appearance. Prune lightly after flowering to encourage fresh growth.

Plant Size and Spacing

This groundcover grows to about 20 cm tall and 40 cm wide. Space plants 30 to 40 cm apart for effective coverage and airflow.

Why Buy Aubrieta Purple Cascade from The Plant Company

Our Aubrieta Purple Cascade plants are NZ-grown, healthy and ready to establish. Free NZ-wide delivery means you can enhance your garden with ease.

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