1. A low-growing flowering plant of the genus Aubrieta, native to southern Europe and western Asia, commonly grown in rock gardens and as ground cover.
Usage: Also spelled 'aubrietia'; Horticultural/botanical term

Examples

• The aubrieta cascaded over the stone wall in a purple waterfall of blooms.
• Gardeners often plant aubrieta in rock gardens because it thrives in poor soil.
• The aubrieta flowers appeared early in spring, brightening the landscape.
• She chose aubrieta for the border because it requires minimal maintenance.
• The delicate aubrieta blossoms attracted bees and butterflies to the garden.