A quick growing, dwarf border plant of spreading growth literally covered with small, violet purple flowers. Its dense, compact habit and profuse bloom make it excellent for low edgings, ground covers between bulbs, and masses in rock gardens. Blooms continuously from spring to fall. Culture: Set out container plants in spring, or sow seeds indoors early, or outdoors as soon as the soil has warmed. Thrives in full sun or partial shade. Suggestion: Mix and plant Alyssum, Royal Carpet with Alyssum, Carpet of Snow for purple white colors. Self sows.
Alyssum Royal Carpet
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If you want rich purple color that spreads low and blooms nonstop, Royal Carpet Alyssum delivers dense mats of flowers with almost no effort. Plant it once, and enjoy continuous color in borders, beds, and rock gardens.
Planting guide:
Plant Type: Annual
Plant Height: 2″–3″ (5–7.5 cm)
Planting Depth: 1/8″ (3 mm)
Seed Spacing: 1″ (2.5 cm)
Thinning Height: 2″ (5 cm)
Spacing After Thinning: 4″ (10 cm)
Days to Germination: 8–10
Variety: 707
Heirloom
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