About
A very compact and early-flowering cultivar group producing masses of tiny, 4-petalled flowers in tight clusters. The scented flowers may be white, pink or reddish-purple and are attractive to pollinating insects.
About the genus
Lobularia can be annuals or perennials, of low spreading habit, with simple leaves and short terminal racemes of 4-petalled, fragrant flowers in summer
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH3
Plant details
Plant typeAnnual Biennial, Bedding
HabitClump forming
FoliageDeciduous
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height1 year
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Hanging basket, Wildlife gardens
FragranceFlower
Care notes
CultivationGrow in light, moderately fertile soil in full sun. Good for gaps between paving or containers
PruningNo pruning required, but clipping over after the first flowers will encourage further flowering
PropagationPropagate by seed sown under glass in early spring, or where plants are to flower in late spring
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to slugs and flea beetles
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to downy mildews, club root and white blister