PURPLE ROCK CRESS

Aubretia hybrids


TYPE OF PLANT: BEE & BUTTERFLY NECTAR


Habitat: Sun. Rock garden or dry wall plant, especially south facing walls. Likes lime in soil

Habit: Typical height 5-10 cm

Flower Colour: Blue/mauve/red/pink flowers in late spring.

Planting Time: Spring or late summer. Plant 20-30 cm apart.

Nectar Plant: Bee. Butterflies include: Brimstone/Painted Lady/Red Admiral/Small Tortoiseshell.


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