This variety is excellent for late sowing, with cold tolerance and good bolting resistance. 48 Days. Produces good yields of large frilled leaves. The flavor is pungent and full-bodied with a mustard green “bite.”
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Lobularia maritima
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Small purple flowers create a fragrant groundcover from spring until fall. Easy to grow from seed. Great for borders, planters, rockeries, and edges. Height: 2 – 6 inches. Attracts Butterflies.
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Alyssum Royal Carpet
Alyssum Royal Carpet is a low-growing, spreading annual plant that is known for its beautiful, fragrant flowers. It is a popular choice for borders, rock gardens, and containers.
What does Alyssum Royal Carpet look like?
- Alyssum Royal Carpet is a low-growing, spreading plant that grows to about 2-6 inches tall.
- It has small, white flowers that bloom from spring to fall.
- The flowers are fragrant and attract bees and butterflies.
Why should I plant Alyssum Royal Carpet?
- Alyssum Royal Carpet is a beautiful and low-maintenance plant.
- It is easy to grow and care for.
- It is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant.
- It is a good choice for pollinator gardens.
Some interesting facts about Alyssum Royal Carpet
- The scientific name for Alyssum Royal Carpet is Lobularia maritima.
- It is native to Europe and Asia.
- It is a member of the Brassicaceae family, which also includes broccoli, cabbage, and mustard.
- The flowers of Alyssum Royal Carpet are edible and can be used in salads or as a garnish.
How do I germinate Alyssum Royal Carpet seeds?
- Sow the seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost.
- Plant the seeds 1/8 inch deep in a well-draining potting mix.
- Keep the soil moist but not soggy.
- The seeds will germinate in 5-15 days.
Additional Tips
- Alyssum Royal Carpet prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade.
- Water regularly, especially during hot weather.
- Fertilize every 2-3 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.
Lobularia maritima
Data sheet
- Water Needs:
- Low/Moderate
Moderate
Moderate/High
- Light:
- Full Sun
Partial Shade
- Zones:
- 4
5
6
7
8
9
Annual grow in all zones
- Growth Cycle:
- Annual
South Perennial - North Annual
- Soil Type:
- ALL Tolerant of most soils
Chalky Soil
Clay Soil
Loamy Soil
Peaty Soil
Saline Soil
Sandy Soil
Silty Soil
Well Drained
- Edible:
- No
- Color:
- Purple
- Height:
- b: 3 to 6 Inches
c: 4 to 8 Inches
- Growing Instructions:
- Scatter seeds in spring into well dug, finely raked and weeded soil. Gently press or rake the seeds in burying them no deeper than 1/8". Keep moist until established. Germination 5-15 days.
- Warnings:
- None
- Special Features:
- Butterfiles and Pollinators
Container Growing
Decorative
Fragrant
Ornamental
- Growth Rate:
- Moderate
Slow/Moderate
- Evergreen
- No
Specific References
- UPC
- 810071360039
- MPN
- ARCLM5X