Yellow Alyssum Flower Seeds (Basket-of-Gold)
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Product Specifications:
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Plant Type: Perennial
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Scientific Name: Aurinia Saxatilis (Syn. Alyssum Saxatile)
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Common Names: Basket-of-Gold, Gold Dust, Golden Tuft
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Flower Color: Bright Yellow Clusters
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Foliage: Silvery-Green, Low-Growing
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Growth Habit: Spreading, Mounded
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Ideal For: Borders, Rock Gardens, Edging, Ground Cover, Containers
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Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts Bees & Butterflies
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Drought Tolerant: Yes, Once Established
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Cold Hardy: Yes, Tolerates Harsh Winters
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Maintenance: Low Maintenance, Fast-Growing
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Sun Requirements: Full Sun
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Soil Needs: Well-Drained, Sandy or Rocky Soil
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Germination: Easy to Grow, Best in Spring or Fall

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Features
Life Cycle
Perennial
Planting Season
Spring, Fall
Growth Habit
Low-Spreading
Flavor Profile
Mild-Scented
Plant Characteristics
Golden Clusters
Use
Borders, Rock Gardens
Growing Conditions
Full Sun, Well-Drained Soil
Harvest Advantages
Early Bloomer
Plant Resistance
Drought Tolerant
About Yellow Alyssum Flower Seeds
Aurinia saxatilis
Seed Names
Yellow Alyssum, Basket-of-Gold
Seed Type
Heirloom, Non-GMO
Yellow Alyssum, also known as Basket-of-Gold, is a bright and hardy perennial groundcover that forms stunning golden-yellow flower clusters in spring. It thrives in rock gardens and dry spots with excellent drainage, making it ideal for drought-prone areas.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Planting Depth
1/8 Inch
Sowing Method
Direct or Indoor Start
Plant Spacing
6–12 Inches
Days to Maturity
60–80 Days
Soil Preparation
Direct Sow
Hardiness Zones
3 to 9
Water Needs
Low to Moderate
Planting Season
Spring, Fall
Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
Up to 10 Sq. Ft
500
Up to 50 Sq. Ft
1000
Up to 100 Sq. Ft