CATEGORY – Seasonal

UOM – Each

SAPLING DESCRIPTION

1.Number of saplings in a net pot – 1
2.Sapling Height – 3 to 5 inches
3.Watering – Water when the top layer of soil feels dry
4.Sunlight – Full sun to partial shade

PLANT DESCRIPTION

1.Difficulty Level – Easy
2.Full Plant Height – 4 to 10 inches
3.Leaves Color – Small, green, lance-shaped leaves
4.Flowers – Tiny, four-petaled blooms in white, pink, or lavender
5.Type – Outdoor seasonal flowering groundcover
6.Feed – Light fertilizer every 3–4 weeks
7.Watering – Moderate; prefers moist but well-draining soil
8.Soil – Loamy, well-drained soil
9.Sunlight – Best in full sun; tolerates light shade
10.Suitable Temperature – 55°F–75°F (13°C–24°C)

HOW TO PLANT A SAPLING

1.Select a well-drained, sunny location.
2.Dig a small hole for the net pot.
3.Place the sapling (with net pot) directly in the hole.
4.Backfill with soil and press gently around the base.
5.Water thoroughly and maintain consistent moisture.

ALTERNATE NAMES

1.Botanical name: Lobularia maritima / Alyssum spp.
2.Common names: Sweet Alyssum, Carpet Flower
3.Hindi: एलिसम फूल (Alyssum Phool)
4.Tamil: அலிசம் மலர் (Alisam Malar)
5.Telugu: అలిసం పుష్పం (Alisaṁ Puṣpam)
6.Kannada: ಅಲಿಸಮ್ ಹೂ (Alisam Hū)
7.Marathi: एलिसम फुल (Alyssum Phul)
8.Malayalam: അലിസം പുഷ്പം (Alisaṁ Puṣpam)