McKenzie Alyssum Carpet of Snow Seeds

Alyssum Carpet of Snow produces a dense carpet of tiny, fragrant pure white flowers with a pleasant honey scent that blankets borders, rock gardens, and containers; this low-growing annual also attracts bees and pollinators, making it a delightful cool-season choice for gardens.

Why you’ll love it:

• Masses of delicate white blooms create a carpet-like floral effect
• Pleasant honey fragrance enhances gardens and patios
• Attracts beneficial pollinators like bees, butterflies and songbirds
• Compact, low-growing habit perfect for edging and containers

Growing Information:

• Botanical Name: Lobularia maritima
• Plant Type: Annual flower
• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Water Requirements: Average; ~2.5–5 cm (1–2?) per week
• Germination: 7–14 days
• Days to Maturity: ~49–84 days to bloom
• Height: ~8–10 cm (3–4?)

Seed Details:

• Seed Type: Open-pollinated
• Approximate Seed Count: ~575–650 seeds
• Special Characteristics: Fragrant flowers; pollinator-friendly; deer resistant

Suggested Uses:
Start seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before the last frost or sow directly outdoors once frost risk has passed. Provide well-drained soil and a sunny to part-shade location; deadhead spent blooms to encourage reblooming. Excellent for edging beds, containers, or as low ground cover in cool weather planting.

Seed packet includes planting instructions. Results may vary based on growing conditions.