| | | Family | Cruciferae | | Plant Type | | | Zone | USDA: 4a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3 | | Care Level | medium | | Height | 5 - 10 cm (2 - 4 in) | | Spread | 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in) | | Light | full sun to partial shade | | Soil Moisture | low to average, well-drained | | Soil Type | loam to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline | | | Description | Aubrieta gracilis (dwarf rock cress) bears faded purple blooms during mid spring to late spring. The foliage is deep green in colour and evergreen. | | Typical Uses | Alpine or rock garden, container and edging. | | Special Characteristics | This plant has a natural ability to resist deer, and it is tolerant of drought and light foot traffic. | | |