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Royal Carpet Sweet Alyssum Flower Seeds

Royal Carpet Sweet Alyssum Flower Seeds

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Royal Carpet Alyssum (Lobularia maritima) is a perennial, often cultivated as an annual in cold regions, admired for its stunning carpet of regal purple blooms. This diminutive variety is ideal for ground covering, border planting, or spilling from containers. Alyssum blooms continuously throughout the growing season, providing ongoing color and a delightful fragrance that attracts bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other pollinators to the garden.

Royal Carpet Alyssum is a low-maintenance and eco-friendly option. It grows rapidly and can self-seed in appropriate conditions, minimizing the need for frequent replanting. It adapts well to various environments and can function as either an annual or a perennial, depending on the climate zone.

Vivid Ground Cover - Royal Carpet Alyssum, also known as Lobularia maritima, forms a charming ornamental ground cover with clusters of vibrant purple flowers. Pairing Royal Carpet with Carpet of Snow (white) Alyssum can create a delightful flowered carpet effect along garden borders.

Beneficial for Pollinators - Royal Carpet Alyssum is highly attractive to pollinators. During flowering, its small purple blooms emit a honey-like fragrance, attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects. These drought-tolerant plants thrive in rock gardens, borders, raised beds, pots, and outdoor containers.

Elevate your garden with a majestic carpet adorned with fragrant purple and white blossoms. This fast-growing annual is perfect for hanging baskets or borders due to its compact size. Pollinators such as bees and butterflies are drawn to the sweet-smelling flowers, ensuring a new generation of seeds for the following year.

Originating from the rocky shores of the Mediterranean region, this charming member of the mustard family has an intriguing history. The common name Alyssum is derived from a Greek word meaning "rabies," stemming from the ancient belief in its medicinal properties against the disease. The genus name Lobularia pays tribute to the esteemed Flemish botanist Mathias de Lobel.

How To Grow

Sowing: Plant royal carpet sweet alyssum seeds directly in the spring, once the soil reaches a warmer temperature. Press the seeds lightly onto the soil surface as they require light for germination. Maintain slight moisture in the soil until germination occurs. Alternatively, start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the final spring frost date, ensuring the soil remains lightly moist. Transplant seedlings outdoors once the threat of frost has passed.

Growing: Keep the plants well-watered as they prefer consistently moist soil. Trim back the plants by one third to promote reblooming. Expect reduced blooming during the hotter summer months. These plants excel as ground covers or container specimens and attract butterflies and bees. Under favorable conditions, they may self-seed.

Harvesting

Royal carpet sweet alyssum blossoms are not ideal for cut flowers and are best enjoyed in their outdoor setting.

Seed Saving

After the flowers fade, watch for the development of seed pods. Monitor the pods closely as they will eventually split open, releasing the seeds. Harvest the seeds when they turn to a mature light brown color. Alternatively, remove the entire plant and lay it out to dry, then extract the seeds from the pods. Store royal carpet sweet alyssum seeds in a cool, dry location.

Extra Facts

Common Names: Sweet Alyssum, Sweet Alice, Sweet Alison, Seaside Lobularia

Latin Name: Lobularia maritima

Species Origin: Introduced US Flower

Type: Garden Flowers

Life Cycle: Annual, Tender Perennial

USDA Zones: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast

Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun

Height: 10.16 centimeters

Color: Purple

Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall

Uses: Deer Resistant, Ground Cover

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