When to plant sweet alyssum in Launceston
- Sow in trays: late Sep to early FebLaunceston area, temperate oceanic
- Move seedlings out: late Oct to mid MarLaunceston area, temperate oceanic
- Sow in the ground: late Oct to mid MarLaunceston area, temperate oceanic
- Plant seedlings: late Oct to mid MarLaunceston area, temperate oceanic
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Launceston. 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.