Alyssum Flower Pictures And Information

🌿 What is Alyssum?

Alyssum (often called Sweet Alyssum) is a low-growing, fragrant flowering plant belonging to the mustard family. Its scientific name is Lobularia maritima (formerly Alyssum maritimum).

✨ Key Features

Feature Details

Flower colors White, purple, pink, violet, yellow

Height 4–12 inches (10–30 cm)

Bloom season Spring to Autumn (year-round in mild climates)

Scent Sweet, honey-like fragrance 🍯

Growth habit Compact, trailing — great for borders & hanging baskets

🌱 Growing Conditions

Requirement Best Condition

Sunlight Full sun to partial shade ☀️

Soil Well-drained soil (sandy/loam)

Water Regular but not waterlogged

Climate Cool temperatures, can tolerate light frost

Care Low maintenance, attracts bees + butterflies 🐝🦋

🌸 Uses

✔ Garden edging and borders

✔ Ground cover

✔ Rock gardens

✔ Hanging baskets and containers

✔ Pollinator-friendly gardens

🌼 Symbolism (Meaning)

Sweet Alyssum symbolizes:

Beauty & sweetness

Protection

Calmness & emotional healing

Grace

In flower arrangements, it often represents worth beyond beauty.

🌿 Interesting Facts

Flowers have a honey-sweet fragrance, especially in the evening.

Great companion plant in vegetable gardens — helps attract beneficial insects.

Often self-seeds and grows again next season.