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Clear Crystal Lavender Shades Alyssum Seed
Clear Crystal Lavender Shades Alyssum Seed

Clear Crystal Lavender Shades Alyssum Seed

Price: $1.09

Quick Facts:

  • Packet Contains: 10 seeds
  • Plant Height: 8 inches
  • Life Cycle: Annual
  • Seed Type: Open-pollinated
Plant Features
Lavender Shades in the Clear Crystal Series feature large, fragrant blooms in a soft purple hue. This alyssum is perfect for adding elegance to borders, containers, or mass plantings. With its vigorous growth and spreading habit, it creates a serene and calming effect in any garden. The Clear Crystal Series is know for extra-large, fragrant blooms due to its tetraploid nature (larger cell size, resulting in bigger flowers and greater vigor).

Annual Alyssum Growing Guide

Outdoor Sowing (Directly in the Garden)

  • Timing: Sow annual Alyssum seeds outdoors in early spring, as soon as the soil can be worked, or in late summer for a fall bloom. Alyssum tolerates cool conditions and light frost.
  • Location: Choose a sunny to partially shaded spot with well-draining soil. Alyssum grows well in sandy, loamy, or rocky soils and adapts to various conditions.
  • Soil Preparation: Loosen the soil to a depth of 6-8 inches and incorporate compost to improve fertility. Alyssum prefers soil with a pH of 6.0-7.5 but is highly adaptable.
  • Planting Seeds:
    • Sow seeds on the soil surface and press them lightly to ensure good contact. Do not cover with soil, as Alyssum seeds need light to germinate.
    • Space seeds or thin seedlings to 6-8 inches apart to allow room for growth and airflow.
  • Watering: Keep the soil evenly moist until seeds germinate, which typically takes 7-14 days. Once established, Alyssum prefers consistent moisture but can tolerate short dry periods.

Indoor Sowing (Starting Seeds Indoors)

  • Timing: Start Alyssum seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last expected frost date.
  • Containers: Use seed trays or small pots with good drainage, filled with a light, well-draining seed-starting mix.
  • Planting:
    • Sow seeds on the soil surface and press gently to ensure contact. Do not bury seeds.
    • Mist the soil gently to keep it evenly moist without waterlogging.
  • Germination:
    • Maintain a temperature of 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit for optimal germination.
    • Expect seedlings to emerge within 7-14 days.
  • Transplanting: Transplant seedlings outdoors when soil temperatures are consistently above 50 degrees Fahrenheit and plants have at least 2-3 sets of true leaves. Space plants 6-8 inches apart.

General Care Tips for Annual Alyssum

  • Sunlight: Provide full sun for best growth. Alyssum tolerates partial shade, especially in warmer climates.
  • Watering: Water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Alyssum benefits from consistent watering during hot or dry periods.
  • Fertilizing: Alyssum does not require heavy fertilization. Enrich the soil with compost before planting, and use a balanced fertilizer once or twice during the growing season if needed.
  • Pruning: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering. Trim plants back by one-third mid-season if they become leggy to promote new growth and blooms.
  • Pest and Disease Control: Alyssum is relatively pest- and disease-resistant. Proper spacing ensures good airflow, reducing the risk of fungal issues.
  • Harvesting:
    • For Flowers: Harvest blooms for decoration or arrangements when fully open. Snip stems just above a leaf node to encourage further blooming.
  • Storage: Alyssum flowers are best used fresh and do not store well for extended periods. Keep blooms hydrated if using in arrangements.
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