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Alyssum Seeds - Violet Queen
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(Lobularia Maritima Violet Queen) - Alyssum plants are wonderful for the front of the flower border or spilling out of containers. Starting flower seeds is a great way to have as many plants as you want! Violet Queen Alyssum has numerous rich violet-purple, fragrant flowers that can bloom all summer long.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 Violet Queen) - Alyssum plants are wonderful for the front of the flower border or spilling out of containers. Starting flower seeds is a great way to have as many plants as you want! Violet Queen Alyssum has numerous rich violet-purple, fragrant flowers that can bloom all summer long. It grows to approximately 6 inches tall, and even though this flowering plant is an annual, it is a prolific re-seeder. Alyssum seeds often germinate the next spring and provide some plants for the following growing season.
Lobularia Maritima is an excellent choice for edging flower bed borders, containers and xeriscape landscaping. Alyssum seeds need to be planted in a prepared seedbed with well-draining soil. Soggy soil can rot the tender roots of this plant as these plants are resistant to drought so they do not need a lot of water.
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.
