Intense crimson-red flowers. Prefers a neutral or alkaline soil. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 40cm. Flowers March to May. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Aubrieta ‘Belisha Beacon’
Intense crimson-red flowers. Prefers a neutral or alkaline soil.
Additional information
| Generic | Aubrieta |
|---|---|
| Species | |
| Varietry | 'Belisha Beacon' |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | red |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 15cm |
| Family | Brassicaceae |
| Spread | 40cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Trailing |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | March, May |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Cut back after flowering |
| Border | Ground cover, Rock garden, Walls |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | Cut back flowered shoots to encourage new growth |
| Pruning Time | After flowering |
| Pests and diseases | Aphids, Rusts, Flea beetles |
| Maintenance | Dead heading |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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