| | | Family | Cruciferae | | Plant Type | | | Zone | USDA: 4a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 10 - 15 cm (4 - 6 in) | | Spread | 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft) | | Light | full sun to partial shade | | Soil Moisture | average to moist, well-drained | | Soil Type | clay to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline | | | Description | Aubrieta 'Gloria' (rock cress) bears bright red blossoms during mid spring to early summer. This plant has greyish green foliage that is evergreen. | | Typical Uses | Accent, alpine or rock garden, container, edging and ground cover. | | Special Characteristics | This plant has a natural ability to resist deer, and it is tolerant of light foot traffic. | | |