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When to Plant Sweet Alyssum in Lothair, Montana (59461)

Location

Lothair, Montana

ZIP Code

59461

USDA Zone

4a

Last Frost

Friday, May 15, 2026

๐Ÿ“… Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Friday, April 17, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Sweet Alyssum directly outdoors 4 weeks before your last frost date.

๐ŸŒฟ Plant Details

Scientific Name Lobularia maritima
Days to Maturity 45 days
Mature Height 4-8"
Spread 9"

โ˜€๏ธ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun to Partial Shade

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Water

Moderate (1 inch/week)

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Spacing

6" apart

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Planting Depth

0.125" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 5-10 days

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Growing Sweet Alyssum in Zone 4a

Sweet Alyssum (Lobularia maritima) is a popular garden vegetable. In Lothair, Montana, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, April 17, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Friday, May 15, 2026. Sweet Alyssum grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.