Ella's Garden Plants from A to Z: Lobularia maritima, 'Wonderland White', Sweet Alyssum

Family: Brassicaceae

Genus: Lobularia

Species: maritima

Cultivar or Variety: 'Wonderland White'

Characteristics: Small, compact plant that does well in rock gardens and in those spots you would some color.

Life Cycle
Annual

Zone Hardiness up to
Zone 4
Zone 5
Zone 6
Zone 7
Zone 8
Zone 9

Endangered Species
No

Heirloom
No

When to Sow Seed
Early Spring
Mid Spring
Late Spring

Germination Temperature
60-70 F

Seed Sowing Depth
Lay on top of soil

Seed Needs Light to Germinate
Yes

Days to Germination
3-7 days

Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Part Sun/ Part Shade

Plant Height
3 - 6 inches

Plant Form
Upright

Blooms
Yes

Bloom Form
Above Foliage

Flower Color
White

Fragrance
Mild

Nutritional Needs
Moist
Dry

Fertile
Yes

Reproduces By
Seed

Cutting Flower
No

Attractive to Wildlife
Butterflies

Additional Uses
Containers
Borders
Planters