Erysimum, Perennial Wallflower
Erysimummutabilis 'Lilac Joy'

Family: Brassicaceae (brass-ih-KAY-see-ee)
Genus: Erysimum (er-RIS-ih-mum)
Species: mutabilis (mew-TAB-ill-iss)
Cultivar: Lilac Joy

Category
Perennials

Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Foliage
Provides Winter Interest
Smooth

Foliage Color

Height
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Hardiness
Not Applicable

Where to Grow

Danger
N/A

Bloom Color
Lavender

Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Flowers are fragrant

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Late Winter/Early Spring
Mid Winter

Other details

Soil pH requirements
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)

Patent Information

Propagation Methods
From softwood cuttings
From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall

Seed Collecting
Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds