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Golden Spring Alpine Alyssum Madwort
Alyssum wulfenianum 'Golden Spring'
Alpine Alyssum Madwort
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Low, trailing cushion of gray-green leaves with masses of golden-yellow flowers in mid to late spring. Drought tolerant and does best in fast draining soils. Dead-heading will result in a more compact form. Attracts bees and butterflies. Great for rock gardens and may be semi-evergreen in warmer areas.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Does well at higher elevations.
- A good park-strip plant (Flip the Strip collection).
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
Quick answers
How big does Golden Spring Alpine Alyssum Madwort get?
About <6" tall and 18" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Golden Spring Alpine Alyssum Madwort need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Golden Spring Alpine Alyssum Madwort need?
Low water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Golden Spring Alpine Alyssum Madwort grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Golden Spring Alpine Alyssum Madwort in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Golden Spring Alpine Alyssum Madwort wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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