Audrey™ Blue Shades Rockcress - Aubrieta

Audrey Blue Shades is a compact Aubrieta hybrida selection with a mounding habit and blue flowers. Syngenta identifies breeder selection 70003139 as an early-spring bloomer and notes its suitability for uniform production. Its evergreen mat and low outline suit border fronts, rock gardens, wall edges, and containers. ## Form and placement The [Syngenta Blue Shades profile](https://www.syngentaflowers.com/emea/product/flower/70003139) confirms the exact Audrey selection and product number, identifies Aubrieta hybrida, and lists mounding habit, early-spring flowering, sun or shade exposure, and pollinator-friendly status. The [RHS Audrey profile](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/317591/aubrieta-audrey-blue-audrey-series/details) describes evergreen mat-forming Aubrieta and supports well-drained soil, sun or light shade, and use in rock gardens and along walls. RHS hardiness ratings refer to UK conditions and are not converted to USDA zones. ## Establishment Water while roots establish, then check plants during prolonged heat and drought. The [RHS Aubrieta trial](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/trials-awards/ongoing-plant-trials/aubrieta-arabis-aurinia) reports stress and scorch during repeated hot, dry periods. Keep soil well drained, especially through winter. ## Maintenance After flowering, trim lightly if the mat becomes untidy or opens in the center. Remove dead foliage and check occasionally for aphids, flea beetles, or white blister disease.