Organic Sweet Alyssum 'Royal Carpet' Seeds – Dwarf Purple Groundcover for Fragrant Garden Borders (Lobularia maritima)

Lobularia maritima

Minimum: 100+ seeds

Create a lush, fragrant carpet of color in your garden with Organic Sweet Alyssum 'Royal Carpet' Seeds (Lobularia maritima). This dwarf variety is known for its low-growing habit and profusion of deep purple blooms, making it an ideal choice for garden borders, pathways, and rock gardens. Loved for its sweet scent and ease of growth, 'Royal Carpet' is a must-have for gardeners seeking a beautiful, aromatic groundcover that attracts pollinators and adds vibrant color to their outdoor spaces.

Key Features:

• Botanical Name: Lobularia maritima
• Common Names: Sweet Alyssum, Royal Carpet
• Plant Type: Annual (can be perennial in mild climates)
• Height: 3-6 inches
• Spread: 6-12 inches
• Flower Color: Deep purple
• Foliage: Small, lance-shaped green leaves
• Bloom Time: Spring through fall
• Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Water Needs: Low to moderate
• Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy to loamy soil
• Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 5-9

Why Grow Sweet Alyssum 'Royal Carpet'?

Sweet Alyssum 'Royal Carpet' is celebrated for its dense, low-growing habit, which makes it perfect for filling in gaps between stones, along garden edges, or as a living mulch in vegetable gardens. The masses of tiny purple flowers not only look stunning but also emit a sweet fragrance that attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators. Whether you’re aiming to create a fragrant border or a vibrant, weed-suppressing groundcover, this versatile plant is up to the task.

Growing Tips:

• Planting: Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost, or start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Lightly press seeds into the soil without covering them, as they need light to germinate.
• Germination: Seeds typically germinate in 7-14 days. Maintain a temperature of 65-70°F (18-21°C) for optimal germination.
• Spacing: Space plants 6-12 inches apart to allow for their spreading habit. Closer spacing will create a denser carpet effect.
• Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during the growing season. Sweet Alyssum is drought-tolerant once established but prefers regular watering for continuous blooms.
• Light Requirements: Full sun encourages the most abundant flowering, but Sweet Alyssum will tolerate partial shade, especially in hotter climates.
• Maintenance: Deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming. In midsummer, consider shearing the plants back by about one-third to encourage fresh growth and another round of blooms.

Uses in the Garden:

• Groundcover: Ideal for use as a groundcover, especially in areas where you want to suppress weeds and add color. The dense growth habit quickly fills in bare spots and creates a continuous mat of purple blooms.
• Borders and Edges: Plant along the edges of garden beds, walkways, or patios for a fragrant border that softens hardscapes and adds visual interest.
• Rock Gardens: Perfect for tucking into crevices in rock gardens, where it will cascade gently over rocks and provide a pop of color.
• Containers: Grows beautifully in containers, either on its own or as a companion to taller plants, where it will spill gracefully over the edges.

Medicinal and Practical Uses:

While Sweet Alyssum is primarily grown for its ornamental and fragrant qualities, it also serves as a companion plant in vegetable gardens. Its dense growth habit helps to suppress weeds, and its flowers attract pollinators, which can improve the yield of nearby crops. Additionally, Sweet Alyssum has been traditionally used in herbal medicine to treat colds, wounds, and inflammation, although these uses are not commonly practiced today.

Why Choose Our Organic Sweet Alyssum 'Royal Carpet' Seeds?

Our Organic Sweet Alyssum 'Royal Carpet' Seeds are sourced from high-quality, organically grown plants, ensuring that your garden will be free from harmful chemicals and pesticides. This dwarf variety is particularly suited for gardeners looking to create a lush, colorful groundcover that’s easy to grow and maintain. With its sweet fragrance, deep purple blooms, and ability to attract pollinators, 'Royal Carpet' will quickly become a favorite in your garden.

Order Your Organic Sweet Alyssum 'Royal Carpet' Seeds Today!

Transform your garden into a fragrant haven with Organic Sweet Alyssum 'Royal Carpet' Seeds. Each packet contains 100+ seeds, giving you plenty to create a vibrant, continuous display of color and scent. Perfect for borders, groundcovers, and containers, these seeds are an excellent choice for both novice and experienced gardeners. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to grow this beautiful and practical plant—order your seeds today and enjoy the benefits of a fragrant, pollinator-friendly garden!