Aubrieta Grandiflora Mixed Seeds

A low-growing evergreen perennial with masses of small, four-petalled blooms in shades of violet, pink, lavender, and blue. The flowers form a vibrant spring carpet over trailing stems and soft green foliage, ideal for rockeries, walls, and ground cover.

 

 

Perfect for edging paths, spilling from containers, or softening stonework. Aubrieta thrives in poor soils and sunny spots, forming a dense mat that suppresses weeds and provides early nectar for bees and butterflies.

 

Seed Qty Approx 0.15 grams 

 

Sow February to May or August to October in trays or directly outdoors.

Germination 14 to 21 days at 15–20°C.

Soil and Position Alkaline to neutral, well-drained soil. Prefers full sun or light shade.

Height Approx 10 cm; spreading, mat-forming habit.

Flowering March to May; evergreen foliage persists year-round.

 

Sowing instructions

 

Sow between February and May or late summer to early autumn. Sow onto moist compost and cover lightly. Keep cool and evenly moist. Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle and grow on in trays or pots. Harden off and plant out into final position, spacing 20 cm apart.

 

Grow and maintenance

 

Plant in full sun or light shade in free-draining soil. Water moderately during dry spells. Trim lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth. Divide clumps every few years to rejuvenate and spread.

 

Uses and benefits

 

Perfect for rockeries, walls, containers, edging, and ground cover. The early blooms support pollinators and brighten spring borders. Evergreen foliage provides year-round interest and erosion control on slopes and banks.