{"title":"Perennial False Rock Cress","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"105\" data-end=\"255\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenus: \u003cem data-start=\"116\" data-end=\"126\"\u003eAubrieta\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"105\" data-end=\"255\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"129\" data-end=\"140\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brassicaceae\u003cbr data-start=\"153\" data-end=\"156\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"156\" data-end=\"173\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aubrieta, False Rock Cress\u003cbr data-start=\"200\" data-end=\"203\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"220\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Southern Europe and Central Asia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"674\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"273\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"273\" data-end=\"276\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"286\"\u003eAubrieta\u003c\/em\u003e is a charming genus of low-growing, mat-forming perennials known for their vibrant, early spring blooms and excellent use as groundcovers in rock gardens, borders, and cascading over walls. Often confused with \u003cem data-start=\"497\" data-end=\"505\"\u003eArabis\u003c\/em\u003e (Rock Cress), \u003cem data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"530\"\u003eAubrieta\u003c\/em\u003e stands out for its dense, cushiony growth and profusion of small, four-petalled flowers in rich purples, lavenders, pinks, and sometimes white.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"911\"\u003eThese hardy perennials are evergreen or semi-evergreen in most Canadian climates and make a great choice for adding long-lasting colour to dry, sunny spots. Their tight, spreading growth helps suppress weeds and soften edges with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"928\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"928\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"930\" data-end=\"1372\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"930\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"942\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun preferred for best flowering; tolerates light shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1093\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1093\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-draining, moderately fertile soil; thrives in rocky or sandy soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1201\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1201\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1106\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established, but appreciates water during dry spells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1264\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1264\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zones 4–9; hardy throughout most of Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1372\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1372\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low; shear back after flowering to maintain shape and encourage rebloom or tidy foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003eInteresting Tidbits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003eNamed after French botanist Claude Aubriet, a botanical illustrator in the 18th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1603\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1603\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1515\"\u003eAubrieta deltoidea\u003c\/em\u003e is the most commonly cultivated species, forming dense mats of silvery-green foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1604\" data-end=\"1705\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1705\"\u003eIdeal for edging pathways or spilling over stone walls where its trailing habit can really shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1706\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1708\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003eA staple in alpine and rock gardens thanks to its compact habit and resilience in lean soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1806\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003eThough not long-blooming, \u003cem data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"1842\"\u003eAubrieta\u003c\/em\u003e creates one of the earliest and most colourful spring displays—welcoming pollinators and gardeners alike after a long winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"aubrieta-cascade-blue","title":"Rock Cress Aubretia","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIBhAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 12px 0px 16px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003eDrape your stone walls and rock borders in a breathtaking, cascading waterfall of royal colour. \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003eAubrieta deltoidea\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e forms an ultra-low, hugging cushion of gray-green foliage that completely disappears beneath an impossibly dense, vibrant blanket of four-petaled flowers. 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