Sweet Alyssum Magic Circles - Seeds
Lobularia maritima Magic Circles
Annual, easy to grow, carpet, 12 cm height flowers. Flowers are small, with a pleasant scent. They are grown in planters, flower gardens, cemeteries, balconies, nectariferous. In flowerbeds are combined with bright flowers. Alyssum is resistant to frost, grows well and blooms in sun or semi-shade, non acid loamy soil. Seeds that are sown late in autumn, germinate next spring.
Lobularia maritima ‘Magic Circles’, commonly known as sweet alyssum, is a low-growing annual variety valued for its abundant flowering in shades of white, pink and reddish tones. Its tiny flowers, produced in many clustered sprays, have a gentle fragrance and create a very decorative carpet-like effect.
It is ideal for borders, rock gardens, pots, window boxes and long-flowering displays. It grows well in light, well-drained soils, even when they are not especially rich. It prefers a sunny position but can also tolerate partial shade. Thanks to its low habit, it combines beautifully with taller flowering plants or brightly coloured varieties.
How to sow Lobularia maritima ‘Magic Circles’ seeds
Sow the seeds in late winter or during spring, either directly outdoors or in seed trays. Scatter them over the surface of the compost and cover them only very lightly, or gently press them into the soil. Keep the substrate moist but not waterlogged. Germination usually takes place within 1-2 weeks. Once the seedlings are large enough to handle, thin or transplant them, leaving about 15-20 cm between plants.
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FamilyBrassicaceae o Cruciferae
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Solar expositionSemisombra
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WateringMedium
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Frost resistanceMedium
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Planting timeApril
March
May
October
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FragranceYes (flower)
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Hardiness (USDA)3
4
5
6
7
8
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LifecyclePerennial
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Flower colorMix
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FoliageVivaz
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Spacing20 cm
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Height15 cm
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Cut flowerSí
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WildflowersYes
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Trailing habitYes
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Suitable for indoorYes
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BiodiversityYes
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Special treatmentDirect sowing
Requires light for germination
Planting time
Data sheet
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FamilyBrassicaceae o Cruciferae
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Solar expositionSemisombra, Sol
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WateringMedium
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Frost resistanceMedium
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FragranceYes (flower)
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Hardiness (USDA)3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
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LifecyclePerennial
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Flower colorMix
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FoliageVivaz
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Spacing20 cm
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Height15 cm
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Cut flowerSí
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WildflowersYes
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Trailing habitYes
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Suitable for indoorYes
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BiodiversityYes
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Special treatmentDirect sowing, Requires light for germination