When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant and grow them on in cooler conditions until large enough to plant outdoors. It is popularly named as “carpet” because it is best when it is used as groundcover and grown about 2-4 inches only. Alyssum colors include yellow and white, while a few species display pink, lavender, violet and purple shades. I have a community garden plot and the Carpet of Snow and the Royal Carpet (placing my reorder now) border two of the four sides. Alyssum Royal Carpet. Alyssum plants are small, about a few inches but they spread as much as a foot in diameter. Package contains 0.5 grams, approximately 1,600 Alyssum Royal Carpet Annual Seeds. See More Vendors > Categories: 1953, Alyssum, Flowers from seed, National. The popular Royal Carpet alyssum creates beautiful edging of violet-purple, fragrant flowers for containers, borders and beds. The genus name Lobelia honors the renowned Flemish botanist Mathias de Lobel. Alyssum flowers are tiny and tightly grouped. Exposure: Full sun to partial shade. Keep the soil damp but not wet and do not exclude light. ‘Royal Carpet’ Lobularia maritima. ALYSSUM - ROYAL CARPET. Zones: Annual up to Zone 8; perennial in Zones 9-11. (Lobularia Maritima). This attractive member of the mustard family originally came from the rocky coasts of the Mediterranean region. A popular and stunning, dark violet and fragrant variety, which will bloom profusely all season. Planting Instructions Germina Royal Carpet. Sweet Alyssum is a flower that is native to southern Europe and is also commonly referred to as Sweet Alice. This low growing flower has originated in the Mediterranean region, growing in sandy and loamy soils. Its gray-green leaves are slightly hairy, narrow and lance-shaped. AAS Winner! This is a great choice for adding color to shrub borders & edges given the fact that it complements other flowers in your garden. Height/Spread: Mounding habit, with plants reaching 4-6 inches tall and 10-12 inches wide. Many say that the flowers make a carpet-like effect when used as ground cover hence the name ‘royal carpet’. Flowers are a violet-purple that bloom quickly. Height 4 inches. Alyssum was first originated in Southern Europe. Royal Carpet variety of Alyssum Procumbens blooms in beautiful purple & lilac colors. The low-growing foliage covers the ground with tiny cross-shaped, four-petal flowers for much of the growing season. Plant in full or part sun. The ‘Royal Carpet’ variant of Sweet Alyssum has a short stature of 3 to 6 inches, at maturity, and has lavender-colored flowers. Bloom Time: Spring to fall. Royal Carpet (Purple) The name of this type refers to the cluster of purple alyssum flowers which bloom throughout the summer and are one of the most beautiful types of alyssum. White Alyssum by far is the most popular. Description; Description. A hardy annual, it will grow well in any normal soil but prefers a sunny position. Alyssum is a must have in my garden. The common name Alyssum comes from a Greek word meaning "rabies," referring to the ancient belief that this plant had the ability to treat this disease. Has a sweet honey-like fragrance. With a very dwarf creeping habit, it is ideal for edging, rockeries and window boxes. The tiny flower is so fragrant and fills the air with its mildly sweet scent early morning and evening. Recommended zones 3-14. AAS WINNER DETAILS. Home AAS Winners Alyssum Royal Carpet . Sweet Alyssum is a delicate carpet of tiny flowers with a subtle, sweet scent. This flower works well for either borders or pot fillers and will thrive in most yards. This variety of alyssum only grows to be about two to four inches tall and primarily grows outwards making it a common use for ground cover. Alyssum Royal Carpet. 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