Seeds

• Small annual plants
• Also known as “Sweet Alice.”
• Untoothed grey-green leaves
• Alyssum blooms in various colors including pink, purple, white, and yellow
• Grows to a height of 5-6 inches
• Belongs to the Brassicaceae family
• Alyssum blooms in Spring and Autumn

Colors:

• Alyssum blooms in various colors including pink, purple, white, and yellow.

Height:

• The plant typically grows to a height of 5-6 inches.

Family:

• Belongs to the Brassicaceae family.

Genus:

• Classified under the genus Lobularia.

Blooming Season:

• Alyssum blooms in Spring and Autumn.

How to Propagate Seed:

Alyssum can be grown year-round in most climates. Avoid planting the seedlings in extremely hot or cold weather, which can affect the germination and growth of seedlings. They are best grown in full sun or partial shade. Sow the seeds directly in the garden with 2mm deep and 20cm apart. The soil should be moist but never wet or dry. Seeds will germinate in around 7-14 days at a soil temperature of 18-22°C. When seedlings have several mature leaves, then transplant them into the garden. The seedlings will need protection from pets, pests and weather until they are fully established.

Water the plant when the soil is dry about 5cm below the surface. Aster plants produce flowering in approximately 60 days. If you grow plants in a container or pot, then they’ll need additional fertilizer to encourage healthy growth.

Alyssum seed can also be sown in the less formal “scattered seed” method. Firstly, roughen the soil; secondly, scatted seed over the surface; and finally, smooth the soil over lightly to cover the seeds.

How to Protect them from disease:

Like all plants, Alyssum is receptive to pests, diseases and other problems. When it is growing in the garden, it is attacked by downy mildew, slugs and snails. To control these disease attack, fertilizes them properly and apply fungicide spray on them. For controlling fungal disease attack, avoid watering on the leaves of plant. You can also control them by removing their hiding places or by placing sticky traps. Water the plants at soil level. Remove the deadhead flowers to prolong the bloom of fresh flowering. Apply slow release fertilizer when seedlings are 5-10cm tall. And also apply liquid fertilizer when plants are fruiting or flowering.