Aurinia saxatilis 'Compacta' (candy mustard) bears showy, bright yellow and fragrant blooms during early spring to late spring. This herbaceous perennial is mound shaped in form and has dark aquamarine foliage that is showy, matte, medium textured and semi-evergreen.
Typical Uses
Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging, ground cover and mass planting.
Special Characteristics
It is worthy to note that Aurinia saxatilis 'Compacta' tolerates drought, and has a natural resistance to deer. This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden.
Cautions
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.
