When to plant sweet alyssum in Robinson River
- Sow in trays: mid Mar to mid JunRobinson River area, tropical savanna
- Move seedlings out: late Apr to late JulRobinson River area, tropical savanna
- Plant seedlings: late Apr to late JulRobinson River area, tropical savanna
- Sow in the ground: late May to late JulRobinson River area, tropical savanna
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Robinson 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.