{"title":"Alyssum Seeds","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"white-sweet-alyssum-seeds-lobularia-maritima","title":"White Sweet Alyssum Seeds – Lobularia maritima","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🪴 Cultivate Your Garden with Quality Seeds - Affordable and Bursting with Life! 🌱\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/5036\/4180\/files\/flower_1024x1024.jpg?v=1768540668\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(63, 98, 30);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhite Sweet Alyssum Seeds – Lobularia maritima – Fragrant Low-Growing Ground Cover for Borders \u0026amp; Containers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(63, 98, 30);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(3, 3, 3);\"\u003e❄️ A Sweetly Scented Carpet of Snow for Your Garden\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite Sweet Alyssum is a beloved garden classic for good reason. This delicate, low-growing annual produces thousands of tiny, four-petaled white blossoms that form a dense, fragrant carpet. The leaves are narrow and green, and the flowers have a distinct, charming green eye at the center. When planted in mass, it looks like a light dusting of snow on the ground. Best of all, it emits a sweet, honey-like fragrance that fills the garden – a natural air freshener that both you and the pollinators will love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(134, 110, 60);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌱How to Plant \u0026amp; Grow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Full sun to partial shade (prefers 6+ hours of sun for best blooming, but tolerates light shade).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e Well-drained, average garden soil. Avoid heavy, waterlogged clay.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 8–15 days at 65–70°F (18–21°C). Seeds require light to germinate.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 40–50 days from seed to first bloom (one of the fastest annuals!).\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 4–6 inches. Spread: 6–12 inches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(134, 110, 60);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e📏\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(208, 151, 6);\"\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Seeding Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space plants 6 to 10 inches apart. For a tight, continuous carpet effect, plant closer to 6 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Density (Per Linear Foot):\u003c\/strong\u003e For a dense border row, sow 6–8 seeds per linear foot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Density (Per Square Foot):\u003c\/strong\u003e For large ground cover patches, sow 15–20 seeds per square foot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Surface sow. Do not cover seeds – press them gently into the soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📅 \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(32, 112, 177);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Calendar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"MsoNormalTable\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 220.75px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNorthern States\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid-Atlantic(6–7)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.5362%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSouthern States(8–10)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e                                       Start Indoors       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate March – Early April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly – Mid March\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.5362%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate February – Early March\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransplant Outdoors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly – Mid May\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid – Late April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.5362%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly – Mid March\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect Sow (after frost)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid – Late May\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly – Late April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.5362%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate March – Early April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFall Sowing (7–10)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot recommended\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly September\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.5362%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate September – Early October\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet Alyssum is very frost-tolerant once established. It can handle light frosts and continues blooming well into autumn. In mild climates (Zones 7–10), it can be grown as a winter or early spring annual.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(177, 148, 16);\"\u003e🧑🌾 Step-by-Step Planting Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 71);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors (Recommended for early blooms):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e     \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill a seed tray with moist seed-starting mix. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSprinkle seeds on the soil surface. Do not cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMist lightly. Cover with a clear plastic dome to retain moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace in a bright, warm area (65–70°F). Remove dome once seedlings emerge (8–15 days).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter 4–6 weeks, harden off and transplant outdoors after the last frost.   \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 72);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow (Easiest method):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e           \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ePrepare a well-drained bed or container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eScatter seeds on top of the soil surface. Press them in gently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWater lightly with a fine spray nozzle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eKeep soil consistently moist until seedlings establish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAfter 3–4 weeks, thin seedlings to 6–10 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 71);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Sowing (Zones 7–10 only):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e         \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow seeds directly outdoors in late fall (September–October).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe cold stratification process breaks dormancy naturally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlants will germinate on their own in late winter and bloom in early spring.   \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 71);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOngoing Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: Keep soil evenly moist during dry spells. Alyssum does not like to dry out completely.    \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilizing: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer once at planting time. Avoid over-fertilizing, which can lead to more leaves than flowers.       \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShearing: In mid-summer, if plants become leggy or stop blooming, give them a light trim (shear back by 1–2 inches). This encourages fresh, vigorous growth and a second flush of blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeadheading: Not necessary – plants are self-cleaning and drop their spent flowers naturally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/5036\/4180\/files\/3_e5881996-c859-49b3-8846-557f4099ccf2_600x600.png?v=1779434575\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(131, 125, 58);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🚚\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(19, 18, 17);\"\u003eFast Shipping for You! Trustworthy Business\u003c\/span\u003e🌱\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/5036\/4180\/files\/2_e98d9667-f28e-43ae-bf83-2793ae1efd35_600x600.png?v=1778306350\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Zestseeds","offers":[{"title":"500 Seeds","offer_id":52507600322836,"sku":null,"price":7.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Ounce","offer_id":52507600355604,"sku":null,"price":25.68,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 Pound","offer_id":52507600388372,"sku":null,"price":65.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/5036\/4180\/files\/1_776a28fe-556c-438e-984b-4721ef0c68fc.jpg?v=1778836392"},{"product_id":"pink-sweet-alyssum-seeds-lobularia-maritima","title":"Pink Sweet Alyssum Seeds – Lobularia maritima","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🪴 Cultivate Your Garden with Quality Seeds - Affordable and Bursting with Life! 🌱\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/5036\/4180\/files\/flower_1024x1024.jpg?v=1768540668\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(63, 98, 30);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePink Sweet Alyssum Seeds – Lobularia maritima – Fragrant Pastel Ground Cover for Borders, Hanging Baskets \u0026amp; Rock Gardens.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(63, 98, 30);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(3, 3, 3);\"\u003e🌸 A Sweetly Scented Carpet of Rose-Pink Pastels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Pink Sweet Alyssum variety brings a soft, romantic color to your garden while filling the air with a gentle honey-like fragrance. Unlike standard white alyssum, this pastel pink variety offers a unique visual appeal that pairs beautifully with purple, blue, or white flowers. The plants form a dense, low-growing mat of tiny blossoms that spill over edges and soften hardscapes. It is one of the easiest, most rewarding annuals you can grow from seed – perfect for both beginner and experienced gardeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(134, 110, 60);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌱How to Plant \u0026amp; Grow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Full sun to partial shade (6+ hours of sun for best blooming; tolerates light shade but will flower less).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e Well-drained, average to sandy soil. Does not tolerate heavy, waterlogged clay.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 8–15 days at 65–70°F (18–21°C). Do not cover seeds – they require light to germinate.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 40–55 days from seed to first bloom.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 4–6 inches. Spread: 6–12 inches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(134, 110, 60);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e📏\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(208, 151, 6);\"\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Seeding Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space plants 6 to 10 inches apart. For a dense, continuous carpet, space 6 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Density (Per Linear Foot):\u003c\/strong\u003e For a border row, sow 6–8 seeds per linear foot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Density (Per Square Foot):\u003c\/strong\u003e For large ground cover patches, sow 15–20 seeds per square foot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Surface sow. Press seeds gently into the soil but do not cover with soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📅 \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(32, 112, 177);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Calendar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; height: 220.75px;\" cellspacing=\"0\" border=\"0\" class=\"MsoNormalTable\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNorthern States(3–5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid-Atlantic(6–7)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 27.5362%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSouthern States(8–10)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e                                       Start Indoors       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate March – Early April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly – Mid March\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.5362%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate February – Early March\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransplant Outdoors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly – Mid May\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid – Late April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 27.5362%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly – Mid March\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect Sow (after frost)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid – Late May\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly – Late April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 27.5362%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate March – Early April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFall Sowing (7–10)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot recommended\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly September\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"center\" style=\"width: 27.5362%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate September – Early October\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet Alyssum is frost-tolerant once established and can survive light freezes. In mild climates (Zones 8–10), it is often planted as a winter annual for blooms in January–March.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(177, 148, 16);\"\u003e🧑🌾 Step-by-Step Planting Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 71);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors (Best for early blooms):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e     \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill a seed tray with moist seed-starting mix. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSprinkle seeds evenly on the soil surface. Do not cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMist lightly with water. Cover the tray with a clear plastic dome or plastic wrap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace in a bright, warm area (65–70°F). Seeds need light to germinate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the cover once seedlings emerge (8–15 days). Keep soil moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter 4–6 weeks, harden off seedlings over 5–7 days before transplanting outdoors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 72);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow (Easiest for zones 6–10):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e           \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWait until all danger of frost has passed and soil is workable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ePrepare a well-drained bed or container. Remove weeds and loosen soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eScatter seeds on the surface. Press in gently with your hand or a flat board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWater carefully with a fine spray nozzle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eKeep soil consistently moist for the first 3 weeks. Thin seedlings to 6–10 inches apart after 4 weeks.        \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 71);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOngoing Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: Keep soil evenly moist. Do not let the soil dry out completely, as Alyssum has shallow roots. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilizing: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer once at planting time. Avoid over-fertilizing (leads to lots of leaves, few flowers). \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShearing (Mid-Summer Maintenance): In July or August, if plants become leggy or stop blooming, give them a light trim (shear back by 1–2 inches). This will trigger a fresh flush of growth and blooms that will last until frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainer Use: Pink Sweet Alyssum is excellent for hanging baskets and window boxes. It trails nicely over the edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/5036\/4180\/files\/3_e5881996-c859-49b3-8846-557f4099ccf2_600x600.png?v=1779434575\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(131, 125, 58);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🚚\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(19, 18, 17);\"\u003eFast Shipping for You! Trustworthy Business\u003c\/span\u003e🌱\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/5036\/4180\/files\/2_e98d9667-f28e-43ae-bf83-2793ae1efd35_600x600.png?v=1778306350\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Zestseeds","offers":[{"title":"500 Seeds","offer_id":52507611267348,"sku":null,"price":7.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Ounce","offer_id":52507611300116,"sku":null,"price":26.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 Pound","offer_id":52507611332884,"sku":null,"price":67.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/5036\/4180\/files\/3_567aaf63-d412-4640-931e-a5222b629e9d.jpg?v=1778836891"},{"product_id":"basket-of-gold-seeds-aurinia-saxatilis-golden-yellow-alyssum","title":"Basket-of-Gold Seeds – Aurinia saxatilis – Golden Yellow Alyssum","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🪴 Cultivate Your Garden with Quality Seeds - Affordable and Bursting with Life! 🌱\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/5036\/4180\/files\/flower_1024x1024.jpg?v=1768540668\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(63, 98, 30);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBasket-of-Gold Seeds – Aurinia saxatilis – Golden Yellow Alyssum – Hardy Perennial Ground Cover for Rock Gardens \u0026amp; Sunny Borders.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(63, 98, 30);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(3, 3, 3);\"\u003e☀️ A Brilliant Cascade of Spring Sunshine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBasket-of-Gold (Aurinia saxatilis) is one of the most reliable and spectacular spring-blooming perennials for US gardens. In early spring (April–May), it erupts into a massive display of bright, golden-yellow flowers that completely cover its silvery-green foliage. The dense, mounding habit creates a beautiful carpet of color that looks stunning when planted on slopes, in rock gardens, or along the edges of walkways. It thrives in poor, dry soil where other plants struggle, making it a top choice for low-maintenance, drought-tolerant landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(134, 110, 60);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌱How to Plant \u0026amp; Grow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Full sun (6+ hours of direct sun per day). Will tolerate light shade but will flower much less.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e Well-drained, dry to medium moisture, poor to moderately fertile soil. Excellent drainage is critical – does not tolerate heavy clay or waterlogged roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 14–21 days at 65–70°F (18–21°C). Requires light to germinate.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 12–16 weeks from seed to bloom..\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 144, 44);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 6–12 inches. Spread: 12–18 inches.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(134, 110, 60);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e📏\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(208, 151, 6);\"\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Seeding Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space plants 12 to 15 inches apart to allow for spreading. For a dense carpet, plant 10–12 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Density (Per Linear Foot):\u003c\/strong\u003e For a continuous border row, sow 4–6 seeds per linear foot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Density (Per Square Foot):\u003c\/strong\u003e For large ground cover patches, sow 8–10 seeds per square foot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Surface sow. Press seeds gently into the soil but do not cover with soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📅 \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(32, 112, 177);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Calendar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"MsoNormalTable\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 220.75px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNorthern States(3–5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid-Atlantic(6–7)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.5362%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSouthern States(8–10)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e                                       Start Indoors       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate February – Early March\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate January – Mid February\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.5362%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate December – Mid January\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransplant Outdoors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid – Late April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate March – Early April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.5362%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate February – Early March\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect Sow (after frost)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly – Mid May\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid – Late April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.5362%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate March – Early April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFall Sow (5–8)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid – Late September\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.7319%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate September – Early October\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.5362%; text-align: center; height: 55.1875px;\" valign=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate October – Early November\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Basket-of-Gold is a hardy perennial in USDA zones 3–8. In zones 9–10, it is often grown as a cool-season annual or short-lived perennial due to heat and humidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(177, 148, 16);\"\u003e🧑🌾 Step-by-Step Planting Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 71);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors (Recommended for Northern Zones 3–6):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e     \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill a seed tray with moist seed-starting mix. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSprinkle seeds lightly on the soil surface. Do not cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMist lightly. Cover with a clear plastic dome to retain moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace in a warm, bright area (65–70°F).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove dome once seedlings emerge (14–21 days).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter 8–10 weeks, harden off seedlings over 5–7 days before transplanting outdoors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 72);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow (Best for Zones 7–8):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e           \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ePrepare a well-drained bed in full sun. Mix in coarse sand or gravel if your soil is heavy clay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eScatter seeds on the soil surface. Press in gently with a flat board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWater carefully with a fine spray nozzle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eKeep soil evenly moist until germination (14–21 days).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAfter 4–6 weeks, thin seedlings to 12–15 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 71);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall Sow (Zones 5–8):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn late September to November (depending on your zone), prepare a weed-free bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow seeds on the surface. Press in gently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater once, then let nature take its course. Seeds will naturally stratify over winter.\u003cbr\u003ePlants will germinate in early spring and bloom the same year (usually late April–May).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(133, 169, 71);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOngoing Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: Water regularly until established. Once mature, water only during prolonged dry spells (once every 2–3 weeks). Overwatering will cause root rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilizing: Do not fertilize. This plant prefers poor soil and will produce more flowers when grown lean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeadheading: After the main spring bloom (usually late May), shear back the spent flowers by 2–3 inches to encourage tidy, fresh foliage for the rest of the year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDividing: Every 3–4 years, dig up the plant in early spring or late fall and divide the root ball to rejuvenate the plant and create new plants for free.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompanion Plants: Pairs beautifully with creeping phlox, lavender, salvia, and ornamental grasses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/5036\/4180\/files\/3_e5881996-c859-49b3-8846-557f4099ccf2_600x600.png?v=1779434575\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(131, 125, 58);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🚚\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(19, 18, 17);\"\u003eFast Shipping for You! 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