Wildflower Seeds - Spring In The Air Mix Includes Sweet Alyssum, Takhtajaniantha Austriaca, etc.

Planting Season: Sow in early spring as soon as soil can be worked, or in fall for early spring blooms. In mild climates, fall sowing provides the earliest spring display.

Light Requirement: Full sun to partial shade. Sweet Alyssum tolerates light shade.

Seed Prep: No special preparation required. Sweet Alyssum seeds are fine; mix with sand for even distribution.

Water Needs: Keep soil evenly moist during germination (7–14 days). Once established, water moderately; cool-season plants prefer consistent moisture.

Planting Depth: Surface sow or cover very lightly (⅛ inch). Sweet Alyssum seeds need light to germinate.

Sowing Method: Broadcast seeds over prepared soil in early spring. For containers, sow seeds directly and thin after germination.

Plant Spacing: Space plants 4–8 inches apart. For ground cover effect, plant closer (4 inches apart).

Hardiness Zones: Sweet Alyssum is annual in all zones; Takhtajaniantha is perennial in zones 4–9.

Additional Tips: This mix is ideal for creating early spring displays that fill the garden with fragrance. The sweet scent of Sweet Alyssum is especially noticeable on warm, sunny days. Deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming. In hot summer regions, plants may slow down; cut back by half for a second flush in early fall. Excellent for attracting early-season pollinators to the garden.