Odontarrhena serpyllifolia
Also Known As
- Alyssum serpyllifolium
- Alpine Alyssum
- Madwort
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 2"-4"
- W: 8"-12"
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Odontarrhena serpyllifolia plant details
Odontarrhena serpyllifolia is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with blue and green 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 and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Odontarrhena serpyllifolia
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: brassicaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 2 IN - 4 IN - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Odontarrhena serpyllifolia
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer, heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Bright yellow flowers in the spring over a low spreading mass of silver-blue leaves only a few inches tall but spreading up to a foot wide. Zone 5
Gardening facts about Odontarrhena serpyllifolia plant
How to Grow Odontarrhena serpyllifolia
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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