Aubrieta 'Dr. Mules Variegata'

Overview & Features

• Aubrieta ‘Dr. Mules Variegata’ is a low-growing, evergreen perennial known for its attractive variegated foliage and vibrant spring flowers.

• Features small grey-green leaves edged with creamy-white margins, providing year-round interest.

• Produces masses of purple-violet blooms in mid to late spring.

• Typically grows 10–15 cm in height, spreading to form a dense, cascading mat.

• Ideal for rockeries, raised beds, wall edges, and gravel gardens.

• Excellent for softening borders and spilling over stonework.

• Attractive to bees and other early pollinators.

This variety offers both foliage contrast and a striking carpet of spring colour.

Planting & Positioning

• Plant in full sun for the best flowering and compact growth.

• Tolerates light partial shade, though flowering may be reduced.

• Prefers well-drained soil and does not tolerate winter waterlogging.

• Thrives in light, sandy, or gritty soils typical of alpine settings.

• Improve heavy soils with grit before planting.

• Dig a hole slightly wider and the same depth as the pot.

• Position the crown level with the soil surface.

• Backfill, firm gently, and water thoroughly after planting.

• Space plants 25–30 cm apart to allow for spreading.

Aubrieta performs best in sunny, open areas with excellent drainage.

Watering, Feeding & Flowering

• Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots.

• Once established, plants are drought tolerant and require minimal watering.

• Avoid overwatering, especially during winter months.

• Feed lightly in early spring with a balanced fertiliser if soil is poor.

• Avoid excessive feeding, as rich soil can encourage foliage over flowers.

• Flowering typically occurs in mid to late spring.

• Deadheading is not essential but can help keep plants tidy.

Full sun and well-drained soil are key to a strong floral display.

Pruning, Maintenance & General Care

• Trim back lightly after flowering to maintain a compact shape and encourage fresh growth.

• Remove any dead or damaged stems as needed.

• Avoid cutting too hard into older woody growth.

• Divide clumps every few years if plants become woody or sparse in the centre.

• Apply a light gravel mulch to improve drainage and reduce moisture around the crown.

• Generally low maintenance and pest resistant in suitable conditions.

• Evergreen foliage provides year-round ground cover in milder climates.

With full sun and free-draining soil, Aubrieta ‘Dr. Mules Variegata’ will provide dependable spring colour and attractive variegated foliage year after year.

We currently only deliver within the island of Ireland, other countries can be quoted for by contacting [email protected] or via telephone on 06964084
 

Standard Delivery is FREE on orders over €250*

All standard deliveries will be completed within 5-7 working days via Fastway Couriers, any delay to this delivery time, the customer will be notified by One of our staff.

The in-Store delivery charge will vary compared with online, in-store delivery charge is done on a case by case basis. 

* Only mainland Ireland addresses qualify for free delivery.
 

Live Plants Delivery

Our live plants are packed with care and diligence by our staff, our horticulturists review each plant before despatch to ensure quality is maintained.
Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
All live plants are despatched within 3-5 working days where possible, our couriers aim to deliver within 48 hours of despatch from our Garden Centre to allow the plant to arrive in healthy condition.
 

Click & Collect

Can’t wait for delivery? Why not try our FREE Click & Collect service? Simply make your purchase online and collect it from our store located in Croagh Co. Limerick. Our staff will contact you by phone when your order is ready for collection (Please allow 24 hours minimum). When collecting your item, call the store on 069-64084. We will then load into your car as required. This service is available in-store 9am – 6pm Monday – Saturday (No collections on Sundays)

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