LOBULARIA Maritima 'Royal Carpet' (Sweet Alyssum, Dwarf Purple - Royal Carpet)
Dwarf Sweet Alyssum ‘Royal Carpet’ is an heirloom variety that was an AAS winner in 1953. ‘Royal Carpet’ has purple flowers and is very dwarf, growing to only 2 - 4 inches tall. It blooms quickly from seed, is easy to grow and makes a great addition as an edging plant in the border. This Alyssum works well in containers and window boxes. It has a spreading habit, so is useful as a plant to fill in spaces between others. It is attractive to both pollinators and beneficial insects, making it generally useful to have in the garden.
| Number of Seeds | Max Coverage Area (Square Ft.) | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5OZ | 34,375 | 500 |
| 1OZ | 68,750 | 1,000 |
| 1/4LB | 275,000 | 4,000 |
| 1/2LB | 550,000 | 8,000 |
| 1LB | 1,100,000 | 16,000 |
| 5LB | 5,500,000 | 80,000 |
Scientific Name: Lobularia Maritima
Common Name: Sweet Alyssum – Royal Carpet, Dwarf Purple
Plant Type: Tender Perennial
Family: Brassicaceae
Native Range: Mediterranean Region
Flower Height: 2-4 "
Spread: Up to 12 "
Zone: 5-9
Exposure: Full Sun/Partial Shade
Blooming Season: Spring, Fall Blooming Flowers
Attracts: Attract Insects, Smother weeds
Characteristics: Fragrant, Showy
Flower Color: Purple
Moisture: Moderate
Water Requirement: Average
Advantage: Easy to grow, Increase Fruit Set in Vegetable Beds
Soil Type: Moist but well-drained
Soil pH: Neutral to Acidic
Uses: Used as a cover crop to attract Insects