Other Common Names: Gold Dust Alyssum, Rock Madwort. Golden-Tuft Alyssum

Duration: Perennial                                              Bloom Time: Summer

Height: 6” to 12”                                                  Spacing: 18” to 24”

Light: Full Sun                                                      Soil Moisture: Dry

USDA Zone: 3a-10b

Basket of Gold' is a fitting common name for this golden yellow Alyssum. This low-growing, spreading perennial produces a profuse spring bloom of bright yellow flowers that are particularly attractive in rock gardens, sprawled over rocks, or cascading down rock walls. Butterflies, bees, and birds also love these dainty wildflower clusters! After bloom, it's attractive silver-green foliage makes a wonderful ground cover.