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Royal Carpet variety of Alyssum Procumbens blooms in beautiful purple & lilac colors. This low growing flower has originated in the Mediterranean region, growing in sandy and loamy soils. This is a great choice for adding color to shrub borders & edges given the fact that it complements other flowers in your garden. Alyssum flowers are known to attract beneficial pollinating insects hence make for a great companion plant. The plant of Alyssum Procumbens Royal Carpet grows up to a height of 4 to 5 inches and gives out mildly fragrant flowers. Grow a mixture of different color varieties of this flower to create a contrasting effect with creamy white and lilac color flowers. The elixir of the flower is a significant food source for hoverflies and caterpillars which can do away with aphids on the plant if any. Alyssum Procumbens Royal Carpet grows well with leafy greens and can create a picturesque view in your kitchen garden.
Growing guide for Alyssum Procumbens Royal Carpet Flower Seeds
Planting instructions
Directly sow seeds in the soil in a spot that gets full sun to partial shade after the danger of frost has passed. Alyssum Procumbens Royal Carpet seeds are sown at a distance of 6 inches apart by generously sprinkling the seeds on the soil covered with a light layer of soil.
Gently pat the soil and keep it evenly moist. The seedlings will start to emerge within 8 to 10 days. Alyssum Procumbens Royal Carpet plants need regular watering. Water them enough so that puddles of water form around the plant. This helps the plants to settle into their new home and gets rid of air pockets resulting in good root to soil contact.
Growing Requirements
soil
Alyssum Procumbens grow well in well-drained and composted soil that can hold ample moisture in throughout summers. Keep in mind that warm & dry spells can cause the flower to die. Thus, the soil must be kept optimely moist. In case you can not compost your garden soil, you can use organic vermicompost.
spot
The flower prefers full sun but can tolerate moderate shade as well.
temperature
For optimal germination of seeds, ideal temperature should range between 15 to 20°C(59 to 68°F)
watering
Sprinkle water over the seeds while sowing them & keep the soil properly moist. Water thrice every week while minding the top of the plant
how to harvest
The flowers are best enjoyed as outdoor plants since they do not live long as cut flowers.
However, the flower bulb will ripen to a brown color and can give a unattractive look if not removed from the plant.
Simple trimming of deal blooms will propagate growth of new blooms.
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