Plant family: Brassicaceae

Genus: Lobularia

Species: maritima

 30 mg packet

Plant type: Annual

Colors: White

Bloom time: All season.  Year round in climates that are frost free.

Form: Spreading

Texture: Fine

Growth rate: Fast

Height: 8" - 12"

Width: 10" - 12"

Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade.

Soil needs: Moderately fertile, well drained, rich soil with a ph of 5.5-7.5.

Care: Plant established plants 6" - 12" apart. Root stimulator will encourage quicker rooting and stronger root system. Use a slow release fertilizer at planting time or begin using water-soluble fertilizer at planting time and continue to use every 3 weeks throughout the growing season. Apply 3 inches of vegetative mulch around but not touching plants in summer to help retain soil moisture. Shear back after first bloom to encourage re-blooming.

Pests and diseases: Slugs, Flea Beetles, Downy Mildew, Clubroot,  White Blister.

Good companions: Pink Coreopsis, ‘Stargazer Lily’, ‘Purpureum' Fennel.

Propagation: Sprinkle seeds over soil mix. Leave exposed to light, do not cover. Thoroughly moisten soil and keep moist throughout germination. Soil should not be soggy.  Transplant to garden when all danger of frost is gone.