Sweet alyssum (Lobularia maritima ... Most often, you’ll find these small flowers in shades of purple, and its wishbone-shaped stamen is where it gets its name. Because of their purple-blue ...

Likewise, sweet alyssum is readily available in white, but savvy shoppers can find it in hues of purple, pink, and, in some nurseries, you might even find shades of red, yellow, and apricot.