Scientific Name : Alyssum wulfenianum
Hardiness Zone : 4a - 9b
Hardiness Degree : -25°F (-32°C)
Blooming Season : Early Spring, Spring
Plant Habit : Spreading
Characteristics : Drought Tolerant, Rabbit Resistant, Heat Tolerant, Frost Tolerant
Water : Light
Fertilizer : Once a month
Spacing : 12 - 14" (30 - 36cm)
Height : 6 - 8" (15 - 20cm)
Width : 12 - 14" (30 - 36cm)
Exposure : Sun
General Information : Winter-hardy Alyssum is deer and rabbit resistant.
Idea & Tips : Plant in sunny location with well-drained soils.
Fertilize monthly.
Trim spent blooms after blooming is completed.
Grower Information :
Exciting season extender brings a fresh class of “WOW” to the early-Spring flowering group. - The first vegetative Alyssum of this species, with the largest flowers of its class.
- Easy-to-grow, heat-loving, pest-free, hardy perennial.
- Evergreen foliage.
'Golden Spring'
Protection Information : PP25,710
(Flowering Only License)
Breeder : Darwin Perennials
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Propagation Guide
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EC 0.80-1.0 mmhos/pH 5.8-6.2
70-72°F (21-22°C)
500 ppm IBA
Low
50-75 ppm N
Recommended. Soft pinch. Lower nodes may become inactive.
35-42 days after sticking
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Finishing Guide
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5.8-6.2
Nights: 55 to 65°F (13 to 18°C) Days: 60 to 65°F (16 to 18°C)
5,000 to 8,000
Yes
Day length neutral
Allow media to dry slightly between watering.
Use a balanced fertilizer at a rate of 125 to 150 ppm.
Recommended
PGRs generally not needed
None noted
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Crop Scheduling
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Unrooted: stick week 30-35 Rooted: plant week 35-40
Unrooted: stick week 26-32 Rooted: plant week 31-36
Unrooted: stick week 22-26 Rooted: plant week 27-31
April to May
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