Alyssum saxatile

Alyssum saxatile is a spring-blooming perennial with gray-green leaves and bright yellow flowers. It is an important plant for attracting butterflies and beneficial insects early in the season before most other flowers bloom.

Alyssum saxatile typically lives for several years before the plants get old and woody. It self sows, but not invasively. It makes a good groundcover for a small area.

Also known as Gold Dust and Aurinia saxatilis. Deer resistant.

Hardiness Zones: 3-9

Height: 10"

Spacing: 15"

Light: Full sun

Sowing Alyssum saxatile Seeds

Start alyssum seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Or sow outdoors in late spring. Lightly cover the seeds with soil.