Lobularia maritima

Sweet Alyssum

Family: Brassicaceae Mustard


Type Annual
USDA Hardiness range n/a
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Pink, purple, white
Bloom time Late Spring to Mid Fall
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Border, container, ground cover, massing, rock garden, seashore
Height 6" to 8" / 15cm to 20cm
Spread 10" to 12" / 25cm to 30cm
Growth rate Fast
Bloom attributes Fragrant flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Irregular or sprawling
Attributes and features Attractive foilage, naturalizing