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Aurinia saxatilis Basket of gold

Previous scientific name(s): Aethionema saxatile, Alyssum saxatile, Alyssum saxatile var. compactum

 

Formerly known as Alyssum saxatile. Low to moderate water requirement; full sun to partial shade. Golden yellow flowers bloom spring and early summer. Recommended for borders, rock gardens, and in wildflower mixtures. A mat-forming perennial species which works well as a groundcover.

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Species Attributes

Height:

8 - 12 in.

Life Form:

Perennial

Native or Introduced:

Introduced

Season:

Sun & Shade Tolerance:

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Elevation:

ft.

Precipitation:

Low - Moderate

Soil Texture
Coarse:

Average

Moderately Coarse:

Best

Medium:

Best

Moderately Fine:

Marginal

Fine:

Not Adapted

Soil pH
Acidic:

Not Adapted

Neutral:

Best

Basic:

Marginal

Seeding Rate:

3 - 5 PLS lbs/Acre

Pure Seed per Bushel:

37.00 lbs.

Seeds per Pound:

461,000

Germination Time:

Days

Blooming Season:

Spring

Mycorrhizal Dependent:

No

Bloom Color:

Golden Yellow

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