Violet Stream Sweet Alyssum (Lobularia hybrida Stream Compact ‘Violet’) is a high-performance garden favorite that takes the classic Sweet Alyssum to a whole new level of intensity. This variety is part of the “Stream” series, bred specifically for its incredible heat tolerance and vigorous, ball-shaped habit. It produces a dense, cushioning mound of fine green foliage that is completely smothered in tiny, honey-scented deep violet blossoms from early spring until the first hard frost.
As a robust selection of the Lobularia genus, ‘Violet Stream’ is far more resilient than traditional seed-grown varieties. It does not go dormant during the heat of summer, making it a reliable “spiller” for mixed containers, hanging baskets, or as a vibrant edging along sunny garden paths. Its fragrance is legendarysweet and intoxicatingacting as a major magnet for honeybees and beneficial pollinators.
Why youll love it:
Rich Violet Color: Deep, saturated purple blooms provide a bold contrast to light-colored neighbors.
Honey-Scented: Fills the air with a sweet, nostalgic fragrance on warm afternoons.
Heat Tolerant: Stays lush and continues blooming even when temperatures rise in mid-summer.
Pollinator Friendly: A top-tier plant for attracting bees and hoverflies to your garden.
Product Details: This Violet Stream Sweet Alyssum is delivered as a healthy 4-inch live plant in a nursery pot. It maintains a compact height of 4-6 inches with a trailing spread up to 12 inches.
