Bright Yellow Flower Clusters
Produces abundant clusters of small yellow flowers, typically during spring and early summer.
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Yellow Aurinia saxatilis, commonly known as basket-of-gold or golden alyssum, is a low-growing perennial flowering plant known for its clusters of bright yellow flowers and gray-green foliage. It adds seasonal color to rock gardens, garden borders, slopes, and walls. This ornamental plant grows best in full sun and well-drained soil.
Produces abundant clusters of small yellow flowers, typically during spring and early summer.
Forms a low mound of gray-green foliage that suits garden edging and rock garden displays.
Returns in suitable climates and provides seasonal flowering interest in perennial planting areas.
Grows well in sunny locations with good drainage, including suitable gravel and rocky garden soils.
| Scientific Name | Aurinia saxatilis |
| Common Name | Basket-of-Gold, Golden Alyssum, Yellow Alyssum |
| Plant Family | Brassicaceae |
| Seed Type | Perennial Ornamental Flower Seeds |
| Growth Habit | Low-growing, spreading perennial |
| Flower Color | Bright yellow to golden yellow |
| Foliage Color | Gray-green |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | Generally Zones 3–8, depending on variety and local conditions |
| Planting Season | Early spring or fall, depending on climate |
| Growing Season | Spring through summer, with peak flowering typically in spring |
| Sowing Season | Spring or fall, according to local conditions |
| Sowing Months | March–July or early fall, depending on climate and growing method |
| Germination Time | Approximately 5–14 days under suitable conditions |
| Germination Temperature | Approximately 10–22°C (50–72°F), depending on seed lot and method |
| Sunlight Requirements | Full sun |
| Soil Requirements | Well-drained sandy, gravelly, or moderately fertile soil |
| Watering | Keep the soil lightly moist during establishment; avoid waterlogging |
| Mature Plant Height | Approximately 15–30 cm (6–12 inches), depending on variety |
| Mature Plant Spread | Approximately 30–45 cm (12–18 inches), depending on growing conditions |
| Blooming Period | Typically spring to early summer |
Yellow Aurinia Saxatilis Alyssum adds bright spring flowers and attractive gray-green foliage to rock gardens, borders, and sunny landscape areas. With full sunlight, well-drained soil, and appropriate watering, this perennial can provide seasonal color in suitable garden climates.
Find answers about growing golden alyssum from seed, its flowering season, and its suitability for rock gardens.
Sow Aurinia saxatilis seeds on the soil surface or cover them lightly, following the supplier's instructions. Keep the medium moist but not waterlogged and provide suitable light and cool growing conditions. Germination commonly takes about 5–14 days, although results vary with temperature and seed quality.
Golden alyssum typically blooms in spring and may continue into early summer. Its bright yellow flower clusters often remain attractive for several weeks, depending on the climate and growing conditions. In warmer regions, flowering may finish earlier as temperatures rise.
Yes. Aurinia saxatilis is well suited to sunny rock gardens, gravel beds, slopes, and walls because it prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought once established. Water regularly while seedlings and young plants develop, then reduce watering when conditions allow. Avoid poorly drained locations where water collects around the roots.