Sweet Alyssum
Lobularia maritima
A low-growing annual that spreads easily and blooms continuously. Sweet alyssum is excellent for borders and containers.
Quick facts
- Sun
- Full, part-sun
- Season
- Summer, Fall
- Pollinators
- bees
- Zone
- 7–10
Where it shines in PNW gardens
Sweet Alyssum is a reliable annual for Pacific Northwest gardens, especially in brighter beds where summer growth really takes off. Expect blooms in Summer and Fall, with extra value for bees. In the PNW, the big win is sun + drainage—avoid soggy winter soil if you can.
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