Lobularia maritima Alyssum, Sweet Alison

Europe; 20cm
Planting position: Full sun or semi-shade.
Suitable for all growing regions.
Requires watering during dry spells.
Well-draining, compost-enriched soil.
Watch out for slugs and caterpillars.
Propagate from spring-sown seed.

This self-seeding species bears sweetly scented tiny flowers in corymbose clusters during spring. The flower-colours range from tones of purple to shades of pink and white. The narrow greyish leaves are hairy.
‘Snow Crystals’ produces masses of white “snow” flowers.