How to Grow Sweet Alyssum

How to Grow Sweet Alyssum Sweet alyssum is a fragrant, low-growing annual that can brighten up any garden with its dense clusters of small, colorful flowers. To grow sweet alyssum, choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil, and sow seeds directly in the garden after the last frost or start them indoors. Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged, and thin seedlings to allow for good airflow. Sweet alyssum thrives in cool weather, so it's perfect for early spring or fall planting. With proper care, it will attract beneficial pollinators and add beauty to borders, hanging baskets, and containers.