Sweet Alyssum 'Gulf Winds'

Lobularia maritima

How to grow Sweet Alyssum 'Gulf Winds'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Gulf Winds is generally regarded as a very hardy plant, so this plant will tend to go dormant over the long winter months. Gulf Winds needs a loamy, sandy and potting mix soil with a ph of 5.6 to 7.5 (weakly acidic soil to weakly alkaline soil).

Growing Gulf Winds from seed

Aim to sow 0.39 inches (1.0 cm) deep and try to ensure a gap of at least 5.85 inches (15.0 cm). For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 13°C / 55°F.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Gulf Winds about 35 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Gulf Winds

Gulf Winds is very hardy, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

Harvesting Gulf Winds

This variety tends to mature and be ready for harvest in late summer.