Lobularia maritima
Lobularia maritima
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Blooming all summer, the vibrant clusters of sweetly scented flowers, low height, and spreading growth habit of this hardy annual will roll out a carpet of beauty fit for royalty.
Sweet Alyssum Royal Carpet is an ideal choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance plant that provides striking color in garden beds and borders.
The deep purple color of this easy-to-grow flower contrasts pleasingly with the Alyssum Carpet of Snow variety.
Partial Shade
5 - 14 Days
12"+
3 - 8"
Average (1 - 2 in / week)
Characteristics: Attracts Butterflies, Pollinators and Songbirds, Pet Friendly
Scent: Sweet smelling.
Botanical Name: Lobularia maritima
Fill Weight (grams): 0.25
Plant Type: Flower
Plant Lifecycle: Annual
Approximate Seed Count: 600 - 700
Days To Bloom: 49 - 84 Days
Landscape Use: Border / Edge Planting
Disease Resistance: Deer Resistance
Tolerance: Drought Tolerant
Growing Season(s): Spring|Summer|Fall
Harvest/Bloom Season(s): Summer|Fall
Package Dimensions: 3.25 x 4.5"
After danger of frost, sow Royal Carpet Alyssum seeds in open ground well exposed. Cover with 0.125" of soil. When plants are 2" tall, thin to allow for spreading.
Planting Depth: 0.125"
Seed Spacing: Sow Royal Carpet Alyssum seeds roughly 6"-8" apart.
Nutrient Care Instructions: Apply SUPERthrive once per week. Soak in solution of 1/4 tsp per gal for 15 min. or longer depending on size and type.
Alyssum is ideal for edging flower beds, for shrub borders and filling in rock gardens. Also good for ground cover.
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