Mountain Alyssum
Mountain alyssum is a short perennial flower grown for its bright yellow flowers.
It has grey-green leaves which form a low-growing mat. In spring, the plant is topped by clusters of tiny fragrant yellow flowers.
It works well in rock gardens and areas where a small, mat-like plant are desirable. Can also cascade over the edge of a wall or boulder.
Mountain alyssum is sometimes confused with basket of gold. Basket of gold is a larger plant and more commonly planted.
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Mountain Alyssum
Mountain alyssum is a short perennial flower grown for its bright yellow flowers.
It has grey-green leaves which form a low-growing mat. In spring, the plant is topped by clusters of tiny fragrant yellow flowers.
It works well in rock gardens and areas where a small, mat-like plant are desirable. Can also cascade over the edge of a wall or boulder.
Mountain alyssum is sometimes confused with basket of gold. Basket of gold is a larger plant and more commonly planted.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Alyssum montanum
Pronunciation
uh-LISS-um mon-TAY-num
Mature Height
4 to 8 in.
Mature Spread
12 to 18 in.
Water usage
Water Usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
yellow
Bloom time
spring
Natural Habitat
Mediterranean
Light Requirements
sun
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 4-8
Elevation Limit
hardy to 8,000 ft.
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