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Sweet Alyssum 'Violet Queen'
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Sweet Alyssum 'Violet Queen'

Lobularia maritima
Heirloom 'Violet Queen' described as new in a 1942 catalog, has stood the test of time, beloved for its sweet honey-like scent and low carpets of purple flowers that burst into longlasting bloom a mere six weeks after being scattered and raked in.
SKU #S1957
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Details
Approximate Seeds Per Packet
1250
Lifecycle
Annual
Annual Hardiness
Hardy Annual
Mature Size
6" h x 6" w
Sun
Full sun to partial shade
Soil
Regular to rich, moist, well-drained
Season
Spring to fall
Color
Violet purple
Features
Great for containers
Deer Resistant
Heat or Drought Tolerant
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Bees
Attracts Hummingbirds
Attracts Beneficial Insects
SOWING INSTRUCTIONS
Depth:
Surface sow; press into soil. Requires light.
Sprout Time:
5-10 days
Seed To Bloom:
8-12 weeks
Starting Indoors:
Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Keep at 55-70°F.
Starting Outdoors:
Direct sow 3 weeks before last spring frost and successive sow every 3 weeks if desired. Sprinkle seeds thinly on the soil surface and rake in.
WHEN TO SET OUTSIDE
At last frost date.
PLACEMENT & CULTIVATION
Sweet Alyssum 'Violet Queen' has waves of honey-scented, bee-attracting blooms that are perfect for softening garden edges and spilling from pots and window boxes. Not particular about soil, as it will grow and bloom in poor soil, and can be sown in the cold of early spring right into the heat of summer. Thinning is not really necessary, as it will bloom well if crowded. A top beneficial insect attracting flower to add to vegetable gardens too. As blooming flags in extreme heat, shear in mid-summer and fertilize for a quick rebloom. Resow anytime in the season, including mid summer as night temperature starts to cool, for fall flowers. Self-sows.
Final Spacing:
6-8"
Water Requirements:
Medium Water Use
Watering Details:
1" a week.
Soil pH:
Slightly acidic to neutral
Fertilizer:
Mix in 2-4" of compost prior to planting.
Diseases & Pests:
Protect young plants from slugs by sprinkling some crushed eggshells or diatomaceous earth on the soil surface surrounding the plants. Pelletized iron phosphate is another effective option.