Lobularia maritima 'Royal Carpet.' This heirloom AAS winner produces a low-growing carpet of lovely, mauve, scented flowers that stays only 5-10cm (2-4") tall. Sow Dwarf Purple Alyssum seeds around the edge of veggie beds to improve pollination, or sprinkle them between cracks and paving stones to fill in with a moss-like appearance, followed by scores of tiny purple flowers. This Alyssum works well in containers and window boxes. It has a spreading habit, so is useful as a plant to fill in spaces between others. It is attractive to both pollinators and beneficial insects, making it generally useful to have in the garden.
Annual.
Details
Botanical Name
Lobularia maritima 'Royal Carpet'
Common Name
Royal Carpet Alyssum
Hardiness Zone
Appearance
Max Height
4 inches
Max Spread
Plant Form
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
- Mauve
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
Spring to Fall
Moisture
Sunlight
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Maintenance
Deer Resistance
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