Alyssum Seeds - Purple
SEASON
Annual
USDA ZONES
3 - 10
HEIGHT
3 inches
BLOOM SEASON
Spring
BLOOM COLOR
Purple
DEER RESISTANT
Yes
ENVIRONMENT
Full sun to partial shade
SOIL TYPE
Well drained, pH 6.0 - 6.5
About...
(Lobularia Maritima Wonderland Deep Purple) - This deep purple alyssum shows off its very low growing growth habit making it an excellent ground cover plant that is drought tolerant and perfect for mass xeriscape landscaping.MORE ALYSSUM OPTIONS
Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
60 - 70F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
7 - 21 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes
DEPTH
Do not cover, surface sow
SOWING RATE
1000 seeds per 20 square feet
MOISTURE
Keep seeds moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
6 inches
Alyssum (Lobularia Maritima Wonderland Deep Purple) - This deep purple alyssum shows off its very low growing growth habit making it an excellent ground cover plant. This Wonderland variety of alyssum only grows approximately 3 inches tall and is covered with dainty, fragrant purple flowers. These alyssum plants are fast to flower in spring giving you an early unsurpassed ground cover beauty. Do not over water alyssum as they will rot the roots. The estabslihed plants are quite resistant to drought requiring very little water. This makes alyssum the perfect choice for xeriscaping.
Common Questions
Can I grow alyssum in containers?
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.
Is alyssum toxic to pets?
Alyssum is non-toxic to dogs and non-toxic to cats.
How can alyssum be used as a companion plant?
Alyssum is a great companion to many plants and will attract aphids from lettuce.
Why didn’t my seeds germinate?
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.
Can I start seeds inside?
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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