LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Hardy
GROWTH HABIT
Compact
BLOOM SEASON
Spring
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Ornamental
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Open Pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Flowering Plant
PLANTING SEASON
Winter to Early Spring
FRUIT SIZE
Not Applicable
PLANT HEIGHT
20–30 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun to Partial Shade
WATER NEEDS
Low to Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
Zones 4–8
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
25–30 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
Surface sow
GROWING CONDITIONS
Well-drained
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Alyssum saxatile 'Compactum Gold Dust' create a carpet of flowers?
Can Alyssum saxatile 'Compactum Gold Dust' create a carpet of flowers?
Yes. Its low, spreading growth forms a dense carpet of golden-yellow blooms, making it ideal for ground cover and edging.
Does this plant bloom before many other perennials?
Does this plant bloom before many other perennials?
Yes. It is valued for its bright early-season flowers that bring color to the garden in spring.
Can Gold Dust Alyssum be planted in rock walls or stone crevices?
Can Gold Dust Alyssum be planted in rock walls or stone crevices?
Yes. It thrives in well-drained rocky soils and is well suited for rock gardens, stone walls, and alpine plantings.
Will the gray-green foliage remain attractive after flowering?
Will the gray-green foliage remain attractive after flowering?
Yes. The compact gray-green foliage continues to provide texture and ornamental interest after the blooms have faded.
Can Alyssum saxatile 'Compactum Gold Dust' attract early pollinators?
Can Alyssum saxatile 'Compactum Gold Dust' attract early pollinators?
Yes. The nectar-rich spring flowers attract bees and other beneficial pollinating insects emerging early in the season.
How is Alyssum saxatile different from sweet alyssum?
How is Alyssum saxatile different from sweet alyssum?
Alyssum saxatile is a perennial with upright clusters of golden-yellow flowers, while sweet alyssum (Lobularia maritima) is typically a low-growing annual known for its small, fragrant white or pastel blooms.