Alyssum Snow Cloth
$4.49
Lobularia Maritima
- Seed Count 500
- Fragrant Flowers
- Perennial
In stock
Description
Alyssum Snow Cloth is a great addition to the home landscape. Known for its immense flurry of blooms, the plant is valued for its ornamental value, delightful perfume and its unique ability to attract beneficial insects.
This showy ground cover loves to clamber and spread out and is ideal for contrast planting with taller plants.
Alyssum grows best where it can receive ample sun throughout the day. However, when grown in regions that are especially hot, alyssum generally benefits from afternoon or part-shade conditions.
It is tolerant of poorer soils conditions and growing the plant in especially rich soil may lead to lush, green plants that produce very few flowers.
Generally free of disease, however, fungal issues and stem rot may occur in beds that drain poorly or have been overwatered.
| Method: Raise seedlings | Soil Temp: 21°C - 24°C |
| Cool Mountain: Sep - Dec | Position: Full sun |
| Arid: Jun-Jul, Apr-May | Row Spacing: 30cm apart |
| Temperate: Aug-Nov, Mar-Jun | Planting Depth: 3mm |
| Sub Tropical: Aug-Nov, Mar-Jun | Harvest: 60 Days |
| Tropical: Apr - Jul | Plant Height: 15cm |
Soil Preparation
Soil Type:
- Well draining, sandy loam. Amend heavy clay with compost or coarse sand.Â
- pH: 6.0–7.5 (neutral to slightly alkaline).
- Add lime if too acidic.Â
Enrichment:
- Mix in compost or aged manure before sowing.Â
Sowing Seeds
Method:
- Surface sow seeds (tiny size).
- Press lightly into soil; do not cover.Â
Spacing:
- 30 cm apart. Thin seedlings if overcrowded.Â
Germination:
- 7–14 days at 21–24°C.
- Keep soil moist with mist spray.Â
Sunlight & Watering
Sun:
- Full sun (6+ hours daily).
- In hot regions, provide afternoon shade.Â
Water:
- Moderate. Water 2–3 times weekly until established.
- Drought tolerant later; avoid overwatering.Â
Fertilising
- Use balanced slow release fertiliser at planting.Â
- Apply diluted liquid fertilizer (e.g., seaweed solution) monthly during flowering.Â
Maintenance
Deadheading:
- Trim spent blooms to encourage flowering.Â
Pruning:
- Cut back by â…“ if leggy.Â
Self Seeding:
- Allow some flowers to drop seeds for next season.Â
Pest & Disease Management
Pests:
- Aphids treat with neem oil.
- Slugs/snails use beer traps.Â
Diseases:
- Prevent powdery mildew with good airflow; avoid overhead watering.Â
Harvesting Seeds
- Let flowers dry on plant.
- Collect brown seed pods, crush, and store in a paper envelope.Â
Companion Planting Guide
Benefits of Alyssum Companionship:
- Attracts pollinators (bees, hoverflies) and predatory insects (lacewings).Â
- Acts as living mulch to suppress weeds.Â
- Enhances garden aesthetics.Â
Top Companion Plants:
- Tomatoes. Alyssum repels aphids; hoverflies control pests.
- Lettuce. Provides shade, retains soil moisture.
- Broccoli. Attracts beneficials that deter cabbage moths.
- Strawberries. Suppresses weeds; attracts pollinators for better fruit set.
- Herbs- Rosemary, Thyme. Deter pests; thrive in similar dry conditions.
- | Nasturtiums. Complementary pest control; bright colour contrast.
Avoid Planting With:
- Water loving plants (e.g., celery, rice) – alyssum prefers drier soil.Â
- Avoid overcrowding with tall plants (e.g., corn) that block sunlight.Â
Order Times
Seed orders are normally dispatched within three business days. You will receive an email when seeds are mailed out.
Postage Days
Seeds are mailed out Monday to Friday at 1pm. Except for the Friday of long weekends.
Postage Times
WA 2-3 Days: SA,NT 3-5 Days: NSW, ACT, QLD, VIC: 5-7 Days
Carrier
We use Australia Post Letter Postage for the majority of orders
Not only are our seeds packed in recycled paper envelopes, we keep the theme going when we post out website orders. To protect your seeds from moisture and the letter box munchers (snails), we use a very special plastic free material made from plants. They are then put into recycled mailing envelopes. Green all the way 💚🌿
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