Sweet alyssum typically starts flowering in April and continues through October.
sweet alyssum
Lobularia maritima
Also Known As - alyssumSweet alyssum (Lobularia maritima) is a popular flowering annual with soft, grey-green foliage and clusters of tiny white blooms. They thrive in full sun and can often be spotted in outdoor gardens and flowerbeds. Sweet alyssum are incredibly easy to care for and require little to no maintenance. They spread rapidly, providing long-lasting flowers through summer and autumn. With its sweet-smelling aroma and light color, sweet alyssum adds cheerful brilliance to any outdoor space. Its beautiful and delicate appearance makes it a favorite among gardeners.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 9
Flowers:
White Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Soil:
Well-drained
Fruits:
black Fruits In Summer Ready In Summer
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Easy
watering
Sweet alyssum should be watered every 2 to 3 days, depending on the weather. In hotter or windier weather they will need more frequent watering. The soil should be kept moist, but not saturated. If the soil is allowed to dry out too much the leaves will start to wilt and the plant may not recover. If the foliage is wilted or droopy, gently water the plant and it will usually perk up.
sunlight
Sweet alyssum (Lobularia maritima) prefers full sunlight for at least 6 to 8 hours per day for optimal growth. When grown in partial shade, the plant will produce fewer blossoms and more foliage. It should also be noted that during periods of extreme heat, it is best to provide some shade to the plant to avoid scorching it. To ensure maximum success, provide it with a location that is exposed to full sun in spring and fall but filtered shade in summer.
pruning
Sweet alyssum can be pruned to maintain its size and shape. Pruning should be done in early spring before new growth begins. Remove any dead or damaged stems and trim back the whole plant by up to 1 third of its original size. This will promote thicker more bushy growth. Deadhead any spent flowers to promote further flowering. Pruning this plant after mid-summer may reduce blooming in the following year.
Season
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Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Sweet alyssum typically starts flowering in April and continues through October.
Harvest Fruit
Harvesting of Lobularia maritima (sweet alyssum) typically begins in late spring or early summer, usually in May or June.
Harvest Fruit
Harvesting of Lobularia maritima (sweet alyssum) typically begins in late spring or early summer, usually in May or June.
