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Alyssum markgrafii
Also Known As
- Basket of Gold
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 12"-18"
- W: 12"-15"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Alyssum markgrafii plant details
Alyssum markgrafii is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Alyssum markgrafii
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: brassicaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue
- Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Alyssum markgrafii
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained
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How to Grow Alyssum markgrafii
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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aka Alyssum saxatile 'Gold Rush'
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 5"-8"
Width: 8"-12"
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Basket of Gold
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
4a-9a
Size
Height: 4"-6"
Width: 8"-12"
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Alyssum saxatile 'Summit', Alyssum saxitile 'Summit', Basket of Gold
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
3b-9b
Size
Height: 6"-8"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Alyssum saxatile, Aurinia saxitilis, Basket of Gold, Gold Alyssum, Gold Dust Alyssum
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
4a-10b
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Alyssum spinosum, Ptilotrichum spinosum, Madwort
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 9"-12"
Width: 12"-15"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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