Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Brassicaceae

Genus:

Aubrieta

Species:

Aubrieta columnae subsp. italica

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Subshrub

Height:

15 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

mar,apr,may

Bloom Colors:

purple, violet, pink

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 14–30 days

Germination Time:

14–28 days

Notes:

Seeds require light for germination; surface sow and do not cover. Cool temperatures (15-18°C) improve germination rates.

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