RHS Aubrietia Royal Series Seeds by Mr Fothergill’s produce low growing, mat forming hardy perennials that create a carpet of vibrant flowers in spring and early summer. This variety is ideal for sunny borders, rockeries and walls where ground cover is needed.

Plants grow to approximately 15cm in height with a spread of around 45cm. The dense evergreen foliage forms neat cushions that become covered in bright purple and violet blooms from March to June in the year after sowing.

Aubrietia is perfect for softening the edges of paths, spilling over raised beds and filling gaps between stones. It thrives in full sun and well drained soil. Once established it is reliable and easy to maintain.

This variety has received the RHS Award of Garden Merit for dependable performance in UK gardens. It is also recognised as perfect for pollinators, helping to support bees and beneficial insects in early season.

The seed range is produced by Mr Fothergill’s in partnership with the Royal Horticultural Society, giving gardeners confidence in quality and results.

For indoor sowing, sow from February to April in trays of seed compost. Do not cover seed with compost. Firm gently and keep moist. Cover with glass, polythene or a propagator lid and keep at approximately 18C. Seedlings appear in 21 to 35 days. Remove cover once seedlings appear. Transplant 5cm apart in trays when large enough. Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions. Plant out 30cm apart in flowering position from September to October.

For outdoor sowing, sow from April to June in a prepared seed bed. Sow thinly in rows 20cm apart. Cover lightly with fine soil. Firm gently and keep moist. Transplant 30cm apart in flowering position from September to October.

Cut back after flowering to keep plants compact and encourage fresh growth.

RHS Aubrietia Royal Series is a dependable perennial that provides early season colour, evergreen structure and excellent ground cover.

Approximate contents 400 seeds