Alyssum Seeds – Yellow

Alyssum Seeds – Yellow (Basket-of-Gold Variety) produce a brilliant carpet of golden-yellow blooms that brighten rock gardens, borders, and slopes. Known in the U.S. as Basket-of-Gold, this perennial alyssum is prized for its compact growth, early spring flowering, and ability to thrive in dry, sunny areas. The plant forms dense clusters of small, vibrant flowers over gray-green foliage, creating a stunning contrast in garden landscapes.

These hardy plants are easy to grow and require little maintenance once established, making them ideal for gardeners looking for long-lasting color and reliable ground cover throughout the growing season.

Features:

• Type: Perennial flowering plant

• Common Name (US): Basket-of-Gold Alyssum

• Scientific Name: Aurinia saxatilis

• Flower Color: Bright yellow

• Growth Habit: Low-growing, mounding, and spreading

• Height: 6–12 inches (15–30 cm)

• Soil Requirement: Well-drained, sandy or rocky soil

• Sunlight: Full sun for best blooming

• Watering: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established

• Bloom Time: Early to late spring

• Special Feature: Excellent for borders, rock gardens, and erosion control

Specifications:

• Planting Season: Fall or early spring

• Hardiness Zones (USDA): Zones 4–9

• Sowing Method: Direct sow outdoors in early spring or start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost

• Germination Time: 14–21 days

• Germination Temperature: 65–70°F (18–21°C)

• Spacing Between Plants: 10–12 inches (25–30 cm)

• Mature Plant Height: 6–12 inches (15–30 cm)

• Best Growing Months:

  • Northern Zones (4–6): April to June

  • Mid Zones (7–8): March to May

  • Southern Zones (9): February to April

• Maintenance: Minimal; trim after flowering to encourage new growth and maintain shape

• Uses: Rock gardens, slopes, pathways, ground cover, and ornamental borders