Alyssum Aphrodite is a delightful mix of unique colours, blended together in this mixture to create a bright and cheerful combination of red, pink, purple, salmon, apricot, yellow and white on compact and uniform plants. An excellent versatile variety for use as edging, bedding, in borders and all types of containers. A hardy annual, flowering the same year. Prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil, growing to a height of 8cm.

Sow direct in the garden in clumps 3mm deep and 7-10cm (3-4in) apart. Later thin if necessary. Keep moist until seedlings emerge. Feed regularly with liquid fertiliser to promote flowering over a long period. Cut back all spent flowers.

Alyssum Aphrodite can be planted year round with flowering around 8 weeks from sowing.