Basket of Gold Alyssum – 100 Seeds
Create a stunning cascade of gold with our Basket of Gold Alyssum seeds. This classic heirloom perennial is famous for its breathtaking spring display, where the entire plant is completely covered in a dense blanket of tiny, vibrant, golden-yellow flowers. It forms a low-growing, spreading mat of silvery-green foliage that is perfect for spilling over rock walls, edging sunny borders, or filling in a rock garden. Exceptionally hardy and drought-tolerant, it's a low-maintenance gem that brings a spectacular burst of color. ⭐ What you'll love An incredible, dense blanket of vibrant golden-yellow flowers in the spring. A low-growing, spreading habit that is perfect for cascading over walls and rocks. An extremely tough plant that thrives in poor, dry soil and full sun. A beautiful and reliable perennial that attracts early-season pollinators. 🌿 Seed details Plant Name: Basket of Gold (Aurinia saxatilis) Seed Quantity: Approx. 100 seeds Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO Lifecycle: Perennial Height: 6-12 inches Days to Maturity: Blooms in the second year from seed. USDA Zone: 3-9 Origin: American Grown 🌱 Growing instructions Sowing: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow outdoors in early spring or fall. Stratification: For spring planting, a 30-day period of cold stratification is recommended for best results. Depth: Plant seeds 1/8 inch deep. Spacing: Space or thin plants to 12-18 inches apart. Light Requirement: Full Sun. Soil: Must have excellent drainage; thrives in poor, rocky, or sandy soil. ✅ Our seed packets Professionally designed and made. Resealable for convenient, long-term storage. Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic). Includes full, detailed growing instructions. Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates. Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us! 🚚 Shipping FREE SHIPPING on all orders of $35 or more. Flat Rate shipping no matter how many seeds you order. Tracking is included with every order.
Why gardeners love this pick
Create a stunning cascade of gold with our Basket of Gold Alyssum seeds. This classic heirloom perennial is famous for its breathtaking spring display, where the entire plant is completely covered in a dense blanket of tiny, vibrant, golden-yellow flowers. It forms a low-growing, spreading mat of silvery-green foliage that is perfect for spilling over rock walls, edging sunny borders, or filling in a rock garden. Exceptionally hardy and drought-tolerant, it's a low-maintenance gem that brings a spectacular burst of color.
⭐ What you'll love
- An incredible, dense blanket of vibrant golden-yellow flowers in the spring.
- A low-growing, spreading habit that is perfect for cascading over walls and rocks.
- An extremely tough plant that thrives in poor, dry soil and full sun.
- A beautiful and reliable perennial that attracts early-season pollinators.
🌿 Seed details
- Plant Name: Basket of Gold (Aurinia saxatilis)
- Seed Quantity: Approx. 100 seeds
- Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO
- Lifecycle: Perennial
- Height: 6-12 inches
- Days to Maturity: Blooms in the second year from seed.
- USDA Zone: 3-9
- Origin: American Grown
🌱 Growing instructions
- Sowing: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow outdoors in early spring or fall.
- Stratification: For spring planting, a 30-day period of cold stratification is recommended for best results.
- Depth: Plant seeds 1/8 inch deep.
- Spacing: Space or thin plants to 12-18 inches apart.
- Light Requirement: Full Sun.
- Soil: Must have excellent drainage; thrives in poor, rocky, or sandy soil.
✅ Our seed packets
- Professionally designed and made.
- Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
- Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
- Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
- Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
- Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!
🚚 Shipping
- FREE SHIPPING on all orders of $35 or more.
- Flat Rate shipping no matter how many seeds you order.
- Tracking is included with every order.
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