How to Sow and Plant
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Sow Sweet Alyssum seeds under glass from mid-March to mid-April or directly outdoors on a prepared seedbed from mid-April to May. Lightly cover the seeds with soil and keep the seedbed moist. After 5 to 6 weeks, transplant seedlings to a location with light sun, spacing them to allow room for their dense, low-growing habit. These charming plants thrive in beds, rock gardens, or pots, forming white-flowered cushions up to 15 cm high. For a prolonged display, consider trimming after the first bloom to encourage a potential second flowering.
Sweet Alyssum thrives in locations with light sun, making it ideal for borders, rock gardens, and containers. Regular watering ensures consistent moisture, but avoid waterlogging to keep roots healthy. Deadheading spent flowers encourages a second bloom, extending the flowering period from June through September. These compact plants benefit from occasional trimming after the first flowering to maintain their dense, cushion-like shape. Sweet Alyssum attracts pollinators, enhancing garden vitality while providing a fragrant, bright white ground cover that complements various garden styles.
Sow Sweet Alyssum seeds indoors from mid-March to mid-April or directly outdoors from mid-April to May for best results. Transplant seedlings after 5-6 weeks into well-drained soil in a sunny spot, ensuring they receive light sun to thrive. Regular trimming after flowering encourages a second bloom, extending the vibrant display of delicate white flowers. These compact plants are perfect for borders, rock gardens, and containers, offering a fragrant and charming ground cover that brightens your garden from June through September. Maintain moderate watering and enjoy their continuous bloom and pollinator-friendly appeal.
What type of flowers do Sweet Alyssum seeds produce?
Sweet Alyssum seeds grow into plants with delicate, fragrant white flowers that form a dense, flat ground cover up to 15 cm high.
Where is the best place to plant Sweet Alyssum?
They thrive in locations with light sun and are ideal for borders, rock gardens, flower boxes, and containers.
When should I sow Sweet Alyssum seeds?
Sow seeds under glass from mid-March to mid-April or directly outdoors from mid-April to May, covering lightly with soil and keeping moist.
How can I encourage Sweet Alyssum to bloom longer?
Deadhead spent flowers and trim the plants after the first bloom to promote a potential second flowering, extending the display from June through September.
What care do Sweet Alyssum plants need?
They require regular watering to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged, and occasional trimming to maintain their dense, cushion-like shape.
Do Sweet Alyssum plants attract pollinators?
Yes, these fragrant white flowers attract pollinators, which helps enhance the vitality of your garden.
