Alyssum, Sweet, “Oriental Nights” Seeds
Nothing adds more delight to summer days than the gentle fragrance of sweet alyssum. A wonderful annual ground cover, alyssum blooms all growing season, withstands drought and heat, and is an ideal rock garden plant. Alyssum graces containers and planters by hanging over their edges, and to top it off, it is very easy to grow! Edible flowers have a mild, grassy/mustardy flavor; the clusters make a charming garnish to salads and desserts.
250 mg packet contains ~500 seeds
Plant Vitals
When to Sow Outside: 1 to 2 weeks before your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is 60°–85°F. Mild Climates: Fall sowing for winter bloom is recommended.
When to Start Inside: 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date.
Days to Emerge: 5–15 days
Seed Depth: Press into surface
Seed Spacing: A pinch of 20–30 seeds every 6"
Thinning: Not required