Plant Information

Alyssum montanum Luna

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Plant Details:

Scientific Name: Alyssum Montanum

Common Name: Madwort

Hardiness Zone: 4a - 8b

Hardiness Degree: -30°F (-34.4°C)

Blooming Season: Early Spring

Plant Habit: Spreading

Water: Light

Fertilize: Every two weeks

Spacing: 10 - 16" (25 - 41cm)

Height: 4 - 6" (10 - 15cm)

Width: 8 - 12" (20 - 30cm)

Exposure: Sun

General Information: Compact alpine variety produces grey-green foliage and masses of bright yellow flowers. Ideal for rock gardens, at the front of a border and in wall crevices.

Grower Information:

Compact alpine variety produces grey-green foliage and masses of bright yellow flowers. Ideal for rock gardens, at the front of a border and in wall crevices. 1 to 2 weeks earlier than Mountain Gold when grown as a biennial. Can also be grown warm like an annual bedding plant. Rich and long-flowering, adds a touch of sunshine to the garden. Sow July to August for Spring/Summer flowering the following year, or February to May if scheduled as a first year-flowering perennial. Fleuroselect Quality Award Winner.