Alyssum Seeds - Oriental Nights
SEASON
Annual
USDA ZONES
3 - 9
HEIGHT
4 inches
BLOOM SEASON
Spring to fall
BLOOM COLOR
Violet purple
DEER RESISTANT
Yes
ENVIRONMENT
Full sun to partial shade
SOIL TYPE
Well drained, pH 6.0 - 6.5
DEER RESISTANT
Yes
About...
(Lobularia Maritima Oriental Nights) - Alyssum plants and resistant to drought and make a great additions to pots, containers, and baskets. Grow as much as you need from Alyssum seeds! The flower seed can be started either indoors before frost season is over or directly outside once temperatures have warmed up.
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Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
60 - 70F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
7 - 21 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes
DEPTH
Do not cover
SOWING RATE
Approximately 5000 seeds covers 100 square feet or 4 - 6 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep soil slightly moist but not wet
PLANT SPACING
6 inches
Alyssum (Lobularia Maritima Oriental Nights) - Alyssum plants and resistant to drought and make a great addition to pots, containers, and baskets. Grow as much as you need from Alyssum seeds! The flower seed can be started either indoors before frost season is over or directly outside once temperatures have warmed up. Oriental Nights Alyssum has clumps of foliage that are loaded with violet-purple flowers. This Alyssum plant grown from seeds grows to 4 inches in height, and the flowers have a lovely honey fragrance. The height and color of this variety make it perfect for accenting other ornamentals and great for xeriscape gardening. Alyssum care should include a light trim to encourage more blooming and keeping the soil moist but not saturated.
Common Questions
Can I grow alyssum in containers?
Alyssum is perfect for the edges of containers combined with other flowers. Raise the container to a wall or table, or plant in hanging baskets, so you can enjoy the fragrance.
Is alyssum toxic to pets?
Alyssum is non-toxic to dogs and non-toxic to cats.
How can alyssum be used as a companion plant?
Alyssum is a great companion to many plants and will attract aphids from lettuce.
Why didn’t my seeds germinate?
Alyssum needs light to germinate, just press them into the top of the soil and do not burry them. Keep the soil evenly moist but not wet.
Can I start seeds inside?
Alyssum is very easy to start outside and does not need to be started inside, however you can start them inside 6-8 weeks before the last frost.
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