Sweet alyssum forms a mat-like groundcover. Fragrant, delicate flowers of white, pink or purple. Often used as a border plant, ground cover or in containers. Valued for its attraction to pollinators.
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Sweet Alyssum
- Dainty, fragrant flowers
- Great plant for edging
- Compact, tidy habit
- Excellent heat and cold tolerance
Border or Bed
Fast Growing
Fragrant
Low Maintenance
Mass Planting
Full Sun
Spring
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers a sunny location, but can tolerate a part sun environment. Thrives in well drained soil but adapts wel to sandy and rocky conditions. Avoid wet or poorly draining soils. Fertilization is typically required only monthly unless grown in poor soil conditions.
Height: 4-10 in
Spread: 10-14 in
Bloom Color: White
Zone: 10-11
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Low Maintenance
- Mass Planting
- Border or Bed
- Fragrant
- Fast Growing
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Mounding
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Spring
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
Genus Overview: Alyssum (Annual)
Common Name: Alyssum
Sweet alyssum forms a mat-like groundcover. Fragrant, delicate flowers of white, pink or purple. Often used as a border plant, ground cover or in containers. Valued for its attraction to pollinators.