White Sweet Alyssum Seeds For Planting | Lobularia Maritima | Drought Tolerant Wild Flower Seed

Alyssum Seeds - Sweet

5000 Seeds
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4.99
1/4 LB
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9.99
1 LB
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29.99
5 LBS
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149.99

SEEDS PER POUND

1,270,000

SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

7 - 9

HEIGHT

8 - 12 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Spring and summer

BLOOM COLOR

White

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 6.0 - 6.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

About...

(Lobularia Maritima - Benthamii) - Sweet Alyssum thrives in full sun to partial shade and in almost any soil. and require very little water. The Alyssum plants are loaded with honey-scented lacy white flowers that bloom quickly when started from flower seed sown outside in early spring.

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Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

55 - 75F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

15 - 20 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Do not cover

SOWING RATE

1 ounce per 1,000 square feet or 2 1/2 pounds per acre

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

6 inches

Sweet Alyssum Flower Garden
Sweet Alyssum Flower Seed Packet & Bulk Bag For Planting
Available in four sizes, Outsidepride Perennial Sweet Alyssum White Wildflower Seeds (Lobularia Maritima - Benthamii) produce compact, honey-scented white blooms that last from spring to summer. These heirloom perennials grow 8-12 inches tall and thrive in USDA Zones 7-9, attracting beneficial insects while resisting deer. Drought and heat-tolerant, Sweet Alyssum does well in full sun or partial shade and is perfect for containers or borders.
Continuous Blooms of Sweet Alyssum
Produces a Continuous Bloom
This plant produces continuous blooms, showcasing beautiful honey-scented, lacy white flowers that grow swiftly from seeds sown outdoors in early spring. Dense clusters of tiny snow-white flowers will keep blooming throughout the season, as long as you trim back the spent blossoms to promote ongoing flowering.
Low Growing Sweet Alyssum Ground Cover
Low Growing Ground Cover
Sweet Alyssum functions as an excellent low-growing groundcover, making it an ideal choice for filling in garden spaces or creating a lush, dense carpet of greenery and flowers. Its compact growth habit allows it to spread effectively while maintaining a neat and tidy appearance, perfect for edging flower beds, pathways, or container gardens.
Sweet Alyssum Container Plants
Excellent Container Plant
This perennial white flower seeds is an ideal choice for containers or as a border plant in flower beds. Its compact growth and continuous blooms add vibrant color and texture to pots, planters, and mixed arrangements. This low-growing plant thrives along garden edges, offering a attractive look throughout the season in various outdoor settings.
Deer Resistant Proof Sweet Alyssum
Deer Proof
These fragrant, honey-scented heirloom flowers are unpalatable to deer, making them ideal for gardens where deer may be an issue. While deterring deer, they also attract beneficial insects, helping to support the overall health and growth of your flower garden. This makes them a great addition to any outdoor space that needs both beauty and resilience.
Fragrant Blooms of Drought Tolerant Sweet Alyssum
Sweet Alyssum is known for its honey-scented, fragrant blooms that bring a lovely aroma to any garden. This plant excels in both heat and drought tolerance, making it a durable choice for a variety of environments. Additionally, it acts as a pollinator magnet, attracting bees and other beneficial insects. Well-suited for USDA Zones 7-9, Sweet Alyssum offers continuous blooms and resilience, making it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking beauty and hardiness in their outdoor spaces.
Compact Growth of Sweet Alyssum Wild Flower Meadow
Sweet Alyssum is a versatile and essential addition to any garden, valued for its fragrant blooms and compact growth habit. Its adaptability makes it suitable for a wide range of gardening applications, from ground cover to containers or edging along pathways and flower beds. This resilient plant thrives in various conditions, bringing both beauty and practicality to outdoor spaces. With its ability to enhance garden aesthetics while requiring minimal maintenance, Sweet Alyssum remains a reliable garden staple.
Planting Directions For Sweet Alyssum Wildflower Seeds
Sweet Alyssum is easy to establish, making it perfect for lawns and large areas, using 1 ounce per 1,000 square feet. For smaller spaces, broadcast the seeds evenly over the desired area without covering them, as they germinate best on the soil's surface. The ideal time to sow is early spring, giving the plants time to establish before summer heat. Prepare the soil by ensuring it drains well, then scatter the seeds evenly across the surface for best results.

Sweet Alyssum (Lobularia Maritima - Benthamii) - What wonderful, honey-scented lacy white flowers that bloom quickly from flower seeds sown outside in early spring. The dense clusters of tiny snow-white flowers bloom continuously throughout the growing season if the spent blossoms are trimmed back. A compact, rapid growing variety which is drought tolerant and heat resistant and is excellent in containers or along the front of the flower bed. Sweet Alyssum can be used in a flower bed, container, hanging basket, or a window box and will attract many beneficial insects. Lobularia Maritima has been used medicinally to treat colds, coughs, abdominal pain, and rabies.

Common Questions

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Can I grow alyssum in containers?

A

Alyssum is perfect for the edges of containers combined with other flowers. Raise the container to a wall or table, or plant in hanging baskets, so you can enjoy the fragrance.

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Is alyssum toxic to pets?

A

Alyssum is non-toxic to dogs and non-toxic to cats.

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How can alyssum be used as a companion plant?

A

Alyssum is a great companion to many plants and will attract aphids from lettuce.

Q

Why didn’t my seeds germinate?

A

Alyssum needs light to germinate, just press them into the top of the soil and do not burry them. Keep the soil evenly moist but not wet.

Q

Can I start seeds inside?

A

Alyssum is very easy to start outside and does not need to be started inside, however you can start them inside 6-8 weeks before the last frost.

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