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 'aubretia'; Horticultural term; Named after Claude Aubriet, a French botanical illustrator

Examples

• The aubrietia cascaded over the stone wall in a purple waterfall of blooms.
• She planted aubrietia in the rock garden to add early spring color.
• Aubrietia thrives in well-drained soil and full sunlight.
• The delicate flowers of aubrietia attract bees and butterflies.
• Gardeners often use aubrietia to soften the edges of pathways.