Sweet Alyssum Seeds - Carpet of Snow
Estimated delivery between February 08 and February 11.
Sweet Alyssum 'Carpet of Snow' is a charming and fragrant variety that creates a beautiful, snow-white carpet of blooms in your garden. This low-growing, spreading plant is perfect for ground cover, hanging baskets, window boxes, and borders. Known for its ability to thrive in cooler weather and produce abundant clusters of small, honey-scented flowers, 'Carpet of Snow' provides an early burst of color in the spring and continues blooming throughout the season, making it a delightful addition to any garden.
Key Benefits
Fragrant Flowers: Releases a sweet, honey-like fragrance that enhances your garden and attracts beneficial pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Long Blooming Period: Blooms profusely from early spring to late fall, providing a continuous display of white flowers.
Cold Tolerant: Thrives in cooler temperatures, making it an excellent option for early spring or fall gardens.
Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care and thrives in various growing conditions, making it ideal for beginner gardeners.
Versatile: Can be used as ground cover, in hanging baskets, window boxes, or as a border plant.
Variety Features
- Plant Characteristics: Dense, low-growing plants covered in clusters of small white flowers with a pleasant fragrance.
- Bloom Period: Blooms from early spring to fall, providing a long-lasting and vibrant display.
- Growth Habit: Spreading and mounding, forming a dense mat that works well as ground cover or in containers.
- Size: Grows to about 4–6 inches in height with a spread of 12–18 inches.
Planting Instructions
Planting Season
- When to Plant: Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or sow directly outdoors after the danger of frost has passed.
- Ideal Temperature: Germinates best at 65°F–70°F (18°C–21°C).
Planting Details
- Seed Depth: Plant seeds about 1/8 inch deep in well-draining soil.
- Spacing: Space plants 6–8 inches apart to allow for proper air circulation and healthy growth.
- Soil Requirements: Prefers well-draining, light, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0–7.0.
- Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade, though it blooms best in full sun.
Care Instructions
Watering
- Keep the soil consistently moist, especially in hot or dry periods. Avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot.
Fertilization
- Alyssum 'Carpet of Snow' requires minimal fertilization. However, a light application of balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season will encourage healthy growth and abundant flowers.
Pruning
- Deadhead spent flowers regularly to promote continuous blooming and maintain a neat appearance. Trim back any overgrown stems if necessary to keep the plants compact and tidy.
Pest and Disease Control
- Pests: Sweet Alyssum is relatively pest-resistant but watch for aphids, whiteflies, and flea beetles. Use insecticidal soap if needed.
- Diseases: To prevent fungal issues like powdery mildew, ensure good air circulation around the plants and avoid overcrowding.
Harvesting
- Maturity: 'Carpet of Snow' will start blooming in 6–8 weeks from sowing.
- Cut Flowers: For floral arrangements, cut the flowers early in the morning when they are fully open but fresh for the best longevity in vases.
Storage
- Seed Collection: Allow flowers to dry on the plant, then collect the seeds and store them in a cool, dry place for the next season.
Culinary and Practical Uses
- Pollinator Gardens: A great plant for attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies to your garden.
- Ground Cover: Perfect for creating a low-maintenance, fragrant ground cover that suppresses weeds.
- Container Gardening: Ideal for hanging baskets and window boxes, adding both beauty and fragrance to small spaces.
Conclusion
Sweet Alyssum Seeds – Carpet of Snow is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a fragrant, low-growing plant that thrives in cooler temperatures. With its long blooming period, minimal care requirements, and versatility in the garden, 'Carpet of Snow' is perfect for creating a beautiful, fragrant blanket of white flowers. Whether used as ground cover, in hanging baskets, or as a border plant, this variety will bring continuous beauty and fragrance to your garden throughout the season.
Dharaseeds
Sweet Alyssum Seeds - Carpet of Snow
Estimated delivery between February 08 and February 11.
Sweet Alyssum 'Carpet of Snow' is a charming and fragrant variety that creates a beautiful, snow-white carpet of blooms in your garden. This low-growing, spreading plant is perfect for ground cover, hanging baskets, window boxes, and borders. Known for its ability to thrive in cooler weather and produce abundant clusters of small, honey-scented flowers, 'Carpet of Snow' provides an early burst of color in the spring and continues blooming throughout the season, making it a delightful addition to any garden.
Key Benefits
Fragrant Flowers: Releases a sweet, honey-like fragrance that enhances your garden and attracts beneficial pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Long Blooming Period: Blooms profusely from early spring to late fall, providing a continuous display of white flowers.
Cold Tolerant: Thrives in cooler temperatures, making it an excellent option for early spring or fall gardens.
Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care and thrives in various growing conditions, making it ideal for beginner gardeners.
Versatile: Can be used as ground cover, in hanging baskets, window boxes, or as a border plant.
Variety Features
- Plant Characteristics: Dense, low-growing plants covered in clusters of small white flowers with a pleasant fragrance.
- Bloom Period: Blooms from early spring to fall, providing a long-lasting and vibrant display.
- Growth Habit: Spreading and mounding, forming a dense mat that works well as ground cover or in containers.
- Size: Grows to about 4–6 inches in height with a spread of 12–18 inches.
Planting Instructions
Planting Season
- When to Plant: Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or sow directly outdoors after the danger of frost has passed.
- Ideal Temperature: Germinates best at 65°F–70°F (18°C–21°C).
Planting Details
- Seed Depth: Plant seeds about 1/8 inch deep in well-draining soil.
- Spacing: Space plants 6–8 inches apart to allow for proper air circulation and healthy growth.
- Soil Requirements: Prefers well-draining, light, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0–7.0.
- Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade, though it blooms best in full sun.
Care Instructions
Watering
- Keep the soil consistently moist, especially in hot or dry periods. Avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot.
Fertilization
- Alyssum 'Carpet of Snow' requires minimal fertilization. However, a light application of balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season will encourage healthy growth and abundant flowers.
Pruning
- Deadhead spent flowers regularly to promote continuous blooming and maintain a neat appearance. Trim back any overgrown stems if necessary to keep the plants compact and tidy.
Pest and Disease Control
- Pests: Sweet Alyssum is relatively pest-resistant but watch for aphids, whiteflies, and flea beetles. Use insecticidal soap if needed.
- Diseases: To prevent fungal issues like powdery mildew, ensure good air circulation around the plants and avoid overcrowding.
Harvesting
- Maturity: 'Carpet of Snow' will start blooming in 6–8 weeks from sowing.
- Cut Flowers: For floral arrangements, cut the flowers early in the morning when they are fully open but fresh for the best longevity in vases.
Storage
- Seed Collection: Allow flowers to dry on the plant, then collect the seeds and store them in a cool, dry place for the next season.
Culinary and Practical Uses
- Pollinator Gardens: A great plant for attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies to your garden.
- Ground Cover: Perfect for creating a low-maintenance, fragrant ground cover that suppresses weeds.
- Container Gardening: Ideal for hanging baskets and window boxes, adding both beauty and fragrance to small spaces.
Conclusion
Sweet Alyssum Seeds – Carpet of Snow is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a fragrant, low-growing plant that thrives in cooler temperatures. With its long blooming period, minimal care requirements, and versatility in the garden, 'Carpet of Snow' is perfect for creating a beautiful, fragrant blanket of white flowers. Whether used as ground cover, in hanging baskets, or as a border plant, this variety will bring continuous beauty and fragrance to your garden throughout the season.
Non-GMO
Dharaseeds are Non-GMO and free from genetically modified organisms.
High Germination Rate
Tested for high viability to ensure successful sprouting.
Heirloom Variety
Open-pollinated seeds preserved for quality and authenticity.
Chemical-Free
Free from synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and additives.