Alyssum saxatile, Aurinia saxatilis ~ Basket of Gold

I grow Alyssum saxatile as a rock garden plant in an alpine box. Basket of Gold stays small, gives a shot of spring color Yellow Flowers and fades into the background. I use the alpine box to improve the drainage for a number of small plants. We have relatively heavy soil and due to our high groundwater plants that require good drainage do poorly. Alyssum saxatile prefers modest moisture and well drained soil. A little afternoon shade might be in order for hotter climates.