Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Brassicaceae

Genus:

Alyssum

Species:

Alyssum idaeum

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained calcareous soil

pH:

6.5 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

thrives in limestone-rich areas