Alyssum 'Carpet of Snow'
(Alyssum maritima)
2,000 seeds $3.00
Alyssum 'Carpet of Snow' has pure white flowers on bushy plants. The plants trail along the ground, filling in the spaces between larger annuals and perennials. The flowers have a light, sweet fragrance. Carpet of Snow alyssum is a good self-sower, and it makes a fine bulb cover. It's very rewarding because it grows rapidly and covers the bare ground. Height 8", width 15".
Alyssum Seeds
Alyssum is a popular annual with masses of tiny flowers that attract butterflies and beneficial insects. Easy to grow from seed. Aka, Lobularia maritima.
Sowing Alyssum Seeds
Sow alyssum seeds outdoors in late spring. Or start indoors 6 weeks before the last frost date. Barely cover the seeds with soil. Full sun.
Alyssum 'Royal Carpet'
(Alyssum maritima)
1,000 seeds $3.00
Alyssum 'Royal Carpet' is a summer-blooming annual with spreading mounds of rich purple flowers. It's perfect for containers and edging. Royal Carpet alyssum has a light, sweet fragrance. The masses of small flowers attract butterflies and beneficial insects, making it a good companion plant in the vegetable garden. It's an All-America Selections winner. Height 5", width 10".