Aubrieta gracilis Rose
Aubrieta gracilis Rose
Aubrieta x gracilis Rose
Rock cress
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Description
Aubrieta 'Florado Rose' is a variety of aubretia that is both vigorous, floriferous and well-branched, with its growth forming a neatly trimmed cushion. In spring, this small perennial is covered in pink flowers of good size for an aubretia, attracting pollinating insects. The rest of the year, its small evergreen to semi-evergreen leaves will continue to enhance the garden. Hardy and not very demanding in terms of water, it will thrive in well-drained soil in full sun. Aubretias are essential when it comes to enhancing a wall, rockery, border, paving or large planter.
The hybrid aubretias in the 'Florado' series belong to the Brassicaceae family, and for the most part are derived from Aubrieta gracilis, a botanical species originating from the mountainous regions of Greece and Albania. They are rhizomatous plants with a compact and carpeting habit, forming cushions that do not exceed 15 cm (6in) in height and spread over a diameter of 30 to 40 cm (12 to 16in). Their semi-evergreen to evergreen leaves, depending on the climate, are a fairly dark green with a slight greyish tinge in winter, and are an oval shape. In summer, the foliage sometimes turns yellow if it is too dry but will green up again with the first rain. The small leaves end in a point and have roughly serrated margins. In spring, between late April and early June, this 'Florado Rose' variety is covered with countless small flowers measuring 1.8 cm (1in) in diameter, with four pink petals and dark hues, with a purple throat and veins. These plants are very hardy and can withstand temperatures as low as -20°C (1°F).
With its spreading and uniform growth, Aubretia Florado Rose is ideally suited for border planting. Undemanding in terms of soil, as long as it is not too dry, it also thrives in rockeries or on flowering walls: it forms beautiful carpets and swathes of colour, like an impressionist painting. It quickly colonises the ground, making it suitable for planting on a sunny slope. Between paving joints, in the crevices of walls, aubretias are fabulous companions for other rockery perennials such as alyssums, Iberis and campanulas. They also work well in balconies and hanging baskets, at the base of other upright plants, with their stems cascading over the container to hide its edges.
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Botanical data
Aubrieta
x gracilis
Rose
Brassicaceae
Rock cress
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Aubretia 'Florado Rose' is a relatively short-lived perennial. To overcome this issue, make cuttings of the plant every 2 or 3 years, or divide the rhizomatous stump every 2 or 3 years. It will thrive in the sun, in well-drained soil, even limestone soil. In case of prolonged drought, water this plant if you don't want the foliage to dry out, however, the plant will green up again with the first rains. This small plant has no other requirements.
Pot cultivation: plant your aubretias in good horticultural soil, in a container with drainage holes, with the bottom lined with a layer of gravel or pot shards to ensure drainage. Water your aubretias regularly.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.