Alyssum campestre — a medium houseplant, prefers full sun light
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Alyssum campestre

Alyssum Campestre

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ON THIS PLANT
A note from PlantMom

Pale madwort is fairly resistant to disease and typically does not suffer from illnesses. Nevertheless, it can be vulnerable to pests and diseases present in its surroundings. These problems are usually mild. In terms of care, this plant has moderate maintenance needs. Regular pruning is required to keep a neat appearance and support healthy growth. Fertilizing can also help encourage flowering. Pale madwort is suitable for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or patio, and does not demand extensive gardening experience. It may need more attention when grown indoors.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Alyssum Campestre.

Light

Pale madwort comes from bright, open habitats and does best in full sun. It can withstand partial sun but prefers direct sunlight for optimal growth. This plant, which may be annual or biennial, is noted for its sun-loving nature.

Temperature

Pale madwort is a plant native to moderate temperate regions. It thrives at temperatures between 68 and 95 °F (20 to 35 °C). Seasonal adjustments may be necessary to replicate the temperature conditions of its native habitat.

Fertilizer

Pale madwort benefits from regular, weak applications of fertilizer to encourage healthy leaf growth. You should fertilize Pale madwort about once a month during the summer months. Nitrogen is vital for foliage, and providing nitrogen-rich supplements helps Pale madwort thrive.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Annual, Biennial
Genus
Alyssum
Family
Brassicaceae
Hardiness Zone
6
Mature Height
10 cm to 20 cm
Mature Spread
15 cm to 25 cm
Leaf Color
Gray, Light Gray
Leaf Type
Semi-evergreen
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Size
0.76 cm
Bloom Time
Spring
Planting Time
Spring, Autumn
Harvest Time
Late spring, Early summer, Mid summer
Native Area
Turkey, Austria, Sweden, Slovakia, Montenegro, Croatia, Slovenia, Morocco, Belarus, Uzbekistan, Russia, Germany, Estonia, Romania, Latvia, Belgium, Netherlands, France, Portugal, Tajikistan, Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Armenia, Poland, Greece, Ukraine, Serbia, Lithuania, Norway, Afghanistan, Kyrgyzstan, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Denmark, Finland, Albania, Azerbaijan, United Kingdom, Hungary
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Pale Madwort en Small Alison en Hoary alyssum en Pale alyssum en Yellow alyssum en Field alison en Alyssum en Field alyssum
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Alyssum campestre flower
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