(Lobularia Maritima). Royal carpet alyssum is a sprawling variety that blooms deep purple flowers. 1953 AAS Flower Winner. Alyssum was first originated in Southern Europe. The common name Alyssum comes from a Greek word meaning "rabies," referring to the ancient belief that this plant had the ability to treat this disease. Recommended zones 3-14. AAS Winner! This flower works well for either borders or pot fillers and will thrive in most yards. ALYSSUM - ROYAL CARPET. White Alyssum by far is the most popular. The low-growing foliage covers the ground with tiny cross-shaped, four-petal flowers for much of the growing season. A popular and stunning, dark violet and fragrant variety, which will bloom profusely all season. This attractive member of the mustard family originally came from the rocky coasts of the Mediterranean region. Alyssum plants are small, about a few inches but they spread as much as a foot in diameter. Alyssum Royal Carpet. Royal Carpet variety of Alyssum Procumbens blooms in beautiful purple & lilac colors. AAS WINNER DETAILS. Plant in full or part sun. Many say that the flowers make a carpet-like effect when used as ground cover hence the name ‘royal carpet’. Sweet Alyssum is a flower that is native to southern Europe and is also commonly referred to as Sweet Alice. Bloom Time: Spring to fall. Description; Description. Alyssum plants make a great addition to pots, containers, and baskets. Royal Carpet. Alyssum colors include yellow and white, while a few species display pink, lavender, violet and purple shades. Height 4 inches. A hardy annual, it will grow well in any normal soil but prefers a sunny position. Its gray-green leaves are slightly hairy, narrow and lance-shaped. Planting Instructions Germina I have a community garden plot and the Carpet of Snow and the Royal Carpet (placing my reorder now) border two of the four sides. When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant and grow them on in cooler conditions until large enough to plant outdoors. Alyssum flowers are tiny and tightly grouped. This is a great choice for adding color to shrub borders & edges given the fact that it complements other flowers in your garden. Alyssum Royal Carpet. The tiny flower is so fragrant and fills the air with its mildly sweet scent early morning and evening. With a very dwarf creeping habit, it is ideal for edging, rockeries and window boxes. This low growing flower has originated in the Mediterranean region, growing in sandy and loamy soils. ‘Royal Carpet’ Lobularia maritima. Color: Purple, fading to pale lavender and white on top It is popularly named as “carpet” because it is best when it is used as groundcover and grown about 2-4 inches only. The genus name Lobelia honors the renowned Flemish botanist Mathias de Lobel. Sweet Alyssum is a delicate carpet of tiny flowers with a subtle, sweet scent. Flowers are a violet-purple that bloom quickly. See More Vendors > Categories: 1953, Alyssum, Flowers from seed, National. The ‘Royal Carpet’ variant of Sweet Alyssum has a short stature of 3 to 6 inches, at maturity, and has lavender-colored flowers. Has a sweet honey-like fragrance. Alyssum Royal Carpet seeds are easy to grow. Keep the soil damp but not wet and do not exclude light. Royal Carpet (Purple) The name of this type refers to the cluster of purple alyssum flowers which bloom throughout the summer and are one of the most beautiful types of alyssum. Home AAS Winners Alyssum Royal Carpet . The popular Royal Carpet alyssum creates beautiful edging of violet-purple, fragrant flowers for containers, borders and beds. Exposure: Full sun to partial shade. Zones: Annual up to Zone 8; perennial in Zones 9-11. This variety of alyssum only grows to be about two to four inches tall and primarily grows outwards making it a common use for ground cover. 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