Alyssum 'Mountain of Gold' – 200 Seeds

Alyssum 'Mountain of Gold' – Bright Spring Groundcover

Add a burst of golden color to your garden with Alyssum 'Mountain of Gold' (Aurinia saxatilis), a low-growing perennial known for its dense clusters of bright yellow flowers. Perfect for rock gardens, borders, and slopes, it creates a stunning early spring display.

Key Details:

• Botanical Name: Aurinia saxatilis (formerly Alyssum saxatile)
• Type: Perennial flowering plant
• USDA Growing Zones: 3–7 (in hot, humid zone 8+ areas, often short-lived)
• Growth Habit: Low-growing, spreading
• Plant Height: 3–6"
• Plant Width: 6–12"
• Time to Bloom: Plants size up in about 8–9 weeks; heavy flowering usually starts the following spring

Features:

• Masses of bright golden-yellow blooms
• Early spring flowering display
• Excellent groundcover for dry, rocky areas
• Drought-tolerant once established

Growing Info:

• Prefers full sun (light afternoon shade in hot-summer regions)
• Thrives in well-drained, sandy or rocky soil
• Sow seeds in spring or fall; in warm regions, fall sowing is best. Surface sow or barely cover, as seeds need light.
• Avoid overwatering; prefers dry conditions
• Trim lightly after flowering to maintain shape