Alyssum - Royal Carpet (Lobularia maritima) Non-GMO - Organically Grown - Flower

Alyssum - Royal Carpet (Lobularia maritima) Non-GMO - Organically Grown - Flower

Annual

Description: Alyssum ‘Royal Carpet’ is a charming low-growing flower known for its delicate lavender-pink blooms with hints of white. This plant creates a soft, fragrant carpet of flowers, making it perfect for borders, ground cover, or container planting. Its honey-like scent attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, enhancing your garden’s ecosystem.

Growing Instructions:

• Sowing Indoors: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Sow seeds on the surface of moist, well-draining seed starting mix. Press seeds lightly into the soil but do not cover, as they require light to germinate. Keep the soil consistently moist at 15-21°C (60-70°F). Germination typically occurs in 7-14 days.

• Sowing Outdoors: Direct sow after the last frost in a prepared bed with well-draining soil. Scatter seeds thinly on the soil surface and press lightly. Keep the area consistently moist until germination.

• Sunlight: Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

• Soil Requirements: Thrives in well-draining, moderately fertile soil. Avoid overly wet conditions.

• Spacing: Space plants 4-6 inches apart to allow for adequate airflow and spread.

Watering: Water regularly to keep the soil slightly moist but avoid waterlogging. Once established, alyssum can tolerate brief dry periods.

Care Tips: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming. Fertilize with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season for optimal results.

Stratification Instructions: Alyssum seeds do not require stratification. For optimal germination, ensure seeds are exposed to light and kept in a consistently moist environment during the germination period.

Alyssum ‘Royal Carpet’ provides long-lasting colour and fragrance, making it a delightful addition to any garden.

Seed count: 15