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When to Plant Sweet Alyssum in Zone 2A

USDA Zone

2A

Cities Covered

26

Avg Last Frost

Tuesday, June 1, 2027

Plant Type

Direct Sow

📅 Planting Calendar for Zone 2A

Direct Sow Outdoors Tuesday, May 4, 2027

Pro Tip: Sweet Alyssum can be directly sown outdoors. Plant 4 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Lobularia maritima
Days to Maturity 45 days
Sun Requirements Full Sun to Partial Shade
Plant Spacing 6" apart

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Growing Sweet Alyssum in USDA Zone 2A

Sweet Alyssum (Lobularia maritima) grows well in USDA Hardiness Zone 2A. This zone includes cities like Anchorage, Takotna, Eielson Afb and 23 more.

The average last frost date for Zone 2A is around Tuesday, June 1, 2027. Sweet Alyssum can be directly sown outdoors around Tuesday, May 4, 2027.

Expect to harvest your Sweet Alyssum approximately 45 days after planting.