Aubrieta x 'Axcent Blue With Eye'

Aubretia

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Common Name:

Aubretia

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Sun (From 0 to 5):

4

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

30°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

20 cm

Maximum width:

30 cm

Aubretia (Aubrieta x 'Axcent Blue With Eye') - Description

Aubrieta x hybrida 'Axcenttrade; Blue with Eye' was bred and selected for its very long bloom time and its outstanding tolerance to heat and disease. 'Axcenttrade; Blue with Eye' with its large blooms combined with a vigorous habit makes for an excellent addition to any garden, especially a rock garden.

Aubretia (Aubrieta x 'Axcent Blue With Eye') - Blooming

Blooms 4-petaled flowers on racemes in spring in a range of bright colors.

Aubretia (Aubrieta x 'Axcent Blue With Eye') - Growth

Evergreen, mound or mat-forming perennials. Common Aubrietas do well in full sun or light shade and will grow to approx. 6 in. Aubrieta is short-lived in sites that have hot summers. Works well on walls, or as a groundcover on a sunny bank. Aubrieta also makes a nice addition to a rock garden.

Aubretia (Aubrieta x 'Axcent Blue With Eye') - Planting

Seeds sow and germinate freely. Unfortunately, the seeds are generally hybridized and will not resemble the parental plant. Sow seeds in spring or fall, but provide cold protection if needed. Root cuttings in early summer.

Aubretia (Aubrieta x 'Axcent Blue With Eye') - Pest

Susceptible to nematodes, aphids, and flea beetles.

Aubretia (Aubrieta x 'Axcent Blue With Eye') - Interesting facts

Aubrieta is found among rocks, in scree, and in coniferous woodlands from Europe to Central Asia. The common name Aubretia was originally just a misspelling of the scientific name.

Aubretia (Aubrieta x 'Axcent Blue With Eye') - Soil and irrigation

Common Aubrietas require irrigation before and during the time when the plant is blooming. Does best in modedrately rich, neutral to alkaline soil with good drainage.