Aubrieta gracilis 'Kitte Blue'

Aubrieta gracilis 'Kitte Blue' is a compact and low-growing plant, making it an ideal choice for creating eye-catching ground covers or filling gaps between stones and pavers. Its lush evergreen foliage forms a dense carpet that acts as a delightful backdrop to the profusion of delicate flowers, creating a striking visual contrast.

To ensure the success of your Aubrieta gracilis 'Kitte Blue' and keep it thriving, follow these simple maintenance guidelines:

• Location: Choose a sunny spot in your garden where the plant can receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. This will promote healthy growth and abundant flowering.
• Soil: Plant the Aubrieta gracilis 'Kitte Blue' in well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter. Amend heavy clay soils with compost or sand to improve drainage.
• Watering: Provide regular watering during the plant's active growing season, keeping the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Once established, it exhibits good drought tolerance.
• Mulching: Apply a layer of organic mulch around the base of the plant to conserve moisture, suppress weed growth, and maintain a cooler root environment.
• Fertilization: Feed the plant with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to promote healthy growth and enhance flower production.
• Pruning: After the flowering period, trim back any spent flowers and leggy growth to maintain a neat and compact appearance. Avoid cutting into old wood.
• Propagation: Aubrieta gracilis 'Kitte Blue' can be propagated through division or by taking stem cuttings in early summer. This allows you to expand your collection or share the beauty of this plant with friends and family.
• Pests and diseases: This plant is generally resistant to pests and diseases. However, it's always advisable to monitor for common garden pests and take appropriate measures if necessary.
• Winter care: Aubrieta gracilis 'Kitte Blue' is a hardy perennial, but it may benefit from a light layer of mulch or evergreen boughs to protect it during severe winter conditions.

Experience the enchanting beauty of Aubrieta gracilis 'Kitte Blue' and create a captivating landscape that will leave your guests in awe. Visit our garden center today to explore our wide selection of premium plants and start your journey to a breathtaking garden.

Growth: You will see a great improvement with growth with the use of plant food, especially plants in pots.

It will give them lush foliage, a longer season and more flowers with flowering plants:

- use a slow release (once a year) feed

- or a regular feed when watering 

Gro - sure  All purpose 6 month feed (pellets)

Nutri One concentrated fertiliser (liquid) 

Visit Our Store in Co. Limerick or Shop Nationwide

At our garden centre in Co. Limerick, you can see the Aubrieta gracilis 'Kitte Blue' in person and seek expert advice from our knowledgeable staff. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or a beginner, we are here to assist you in making the right choices for your garden.

Can't make it to our store? No worries! We offer nationwide delivery, so you can enjoy the beauty of the Aubrieta gracilis 'Kitte Blue' no matter where you are in the country. Simply place your order online, and we'll take care of the rest.

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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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