When to plant sweet alyssum in Gilbert River
- Sow in trays: late Mar to mid JunGilbert River area, hot semi-arid
- Move seedlings out: late Apr to mid JulGilbert River area, hot semi-arid
- Plant seedlings: late Apr to mid JulGilbert River area, hot semi-arid
- Sow in the ground: late May to mid JulGilbert River area, hot semi-arid
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Gilbert River. Microclimates vary: frost hollows and hills run later.
A low carpet of tiny honey-scented flowers that feeds hoverflies and tiny parasitic wasps, two of the best aphid and caterpillar hunters. Edge your beds with it, or tuck it between lettuces and brassicas. Flowers most of the year in Adelaide.