Johnny's Selected Seeds Sweet Alyssum Flower Seed
Best reliable ground cover for home gardeners seeking fragrant blooms.
A fast-growing, low-maintenance favorite for supporting garden health. These fragrant blooms serve as a vital habitat for beneficial insects while thriving in everything from garden borders to hanging baskets.
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Who it's for
- Organic gardeners seeking natural pest control solutions
- Home gardeners who value dependable results and high-quality seed stock
- Landscapers looking for aromatic, low-maintenance border plants
Who should skip it
- Southern gardeners in regions with consistently high summer temperatures
- Meticulous landscapers who prefer strict control over plant placement
- Beginners or those with limited dexterity who find tiny seeds frustrating
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Attraction
A powerhouse for drawing lacewings and parasitic wasps to your garden.
Versatility
Thrives equally well in rock gardens, containers, or vegetable bed borders.
Ease of Growth
Reliable germination and adaptable nature make this a low-maintenance choice.
Fragrance Intensity
Produces dense, highly aromatic blooms that scent the surrounding air.
Edibility
Adds a subtle, honey-like flavor profile to salads and floral garnishes.
Seasonality
Reliable pollinator support throughout the season, though limited by climate zones.
Key Specs
Latin Name
Lobularia maritima
Days to Maturity
50-60 days
Life Cycle
Tender Perennial
Hybrid Status
Open Pollinated
Plant Height
8-16 inches
Plant Spacing
6-8 inches
USDA Hardiness Zones
9-11
Light Requirements
Sun/Part Shade
Germination Time
8-10 days
Soil Requirements
Average, well-drained, pH 6-7
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