Rock Cress Cascade ‘Leichtlinii’ – Seeds

(Aubrieta cultorum)

Rock Cress Cascade ‘Leichtlinii’ is a hardy perennial that forms a dense, cascading mat of vibrant purple flowers in spring. Perfect for rockeries, walls, and borders, its low-growing habit and abundant blooms create a stunning floral carpet. It’s drought-tolerant, easy to grow, and attracts pollinators.

Why Grow Rock Cress ‘Leichtlinii’?

• Dense cascading growth with vibrant purple flowers

• Hardy perennial with long-lasting spring blooms

• Excellent for rockeries, walls, and borders

• Attracts bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Type: Perennial

• Height: 10–15 cm

• Flowers: Spring

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile

Ideal For

• Rockeries and alpine gardens

• Walls, slopes, and borders

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Low-maintenance groundcover

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in seed trays

• Sow outdoors: April–May directly in prepared soil

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–20°C

• Spacing: 15–20 cm apart

• Care: Minimal maintenance; trim after flowering to maintain shape