Alyssum saxatile 'Summit'
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An evergreen, mound-forming perennial to 20cm tall, with rosetted, grey-green leaves. In spring it produces a profusion of yellow flowers held in dense clusters above the foliage. Drought tolerant once established, and an RHS Plant for Pollinators
Scientific classification
- Species
- Alyssum saxatile 'Summit' (Alyssum saxatile 'Summit')
- Genus
- Alyssum
- Family
- Brassicaceae
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- Toxicity
- Alpine Rockery
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Alyssum saxatile 'Summit'
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Alyssum saxatile 'Summit'
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Alyssum saxatile 'Summit' care guide
- Keep compost lightly moist, never fully drying out while blooming
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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Watering
Keep compost lightly moist, never fully drying out while blooming
Fertilizing
FertilizingWeak flowering feed every two to three weeks in active bloom
Pruning
PruningTrim plants back by a half after flowering to maintain a compact shape
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by sowing seed in containers in a cold frame in autumn, or by softwood cuttings in early summer
Growing
GrowingGrow in moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids
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