Lobularia hybrid 'INLOBU1007' (Dark Knight™ Alyssum)
Botanical Information
Family | Brassicaceae |
Genus | Lobularia |
Species | hybrid |
Cultivar | 'INLOBU1007' |
Tradmarked Name | Dark Knight™ |
Patent Number | USPPAF, Can PBRAF |
Category | Annuals |
Origin | Proven Winners® |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 9 - 11 |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | Requires cool season protection under glass. |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H4 - H1c |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | -7 - 10 |
Temperature (°F) | 20 - 50 |
Height | 25 - 38 cm |
Spread | 45 - 90 cm |
Flowering Period | April, May, June, July, August, September, October |
Description and Growing Information
General Description | An early bloomer with continuous masses of deep purple flowers that last until hard frost. |
Shape | Mounded, trailing habit. |
Landscape | Wonderful border, container or edging plant. |
Cultivation | Grow in full sun or partial shade in a consistently moist soil, as it requires a great deal of water. Does not require deadheading, and can be trimmed back at any time if needed. |
Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
Flower Description | Flowers are fragrant and attractive to bees and butterflies, blooming all summer long in a profusion of purple. |