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Aubrieta deltoidea 'Leichtlinii'

Family Cruciferae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   5a - 7b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H3   Australia:   1  
Care Level
Height 5 - 15 cm (2 - 6 in)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Aubrieta deltoidea 'Leichtlinii' (leichtlin's rockcress) bears showy and bright red blossoms during late spring to early summer. The matte foliage is medium green and greyish green in colour, medium in texture and evergreen.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden and border.
Special Characteristics Aubrieta deltoidea 'Leichtlinii' is tolerant of salt.
Cautions The growth rate of Aubrieta deltoidea 'Leichtlinii' (leichtlin's rockcress) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.