Snowflake Candytuft (Iberis sempervirens ‘Snowflake’)
Snowflake Candytuft (Iberis sempervirens ‘Snowflake’) is a low-growing, evergreen perennial known for its profuse, pure white flowers and dense, dark green foliage. Ideal for borders, rock gardens, and as a groundcover, it adds vibrant early-season color and refined texture to sunny landscapes.
Distinctive Features
The small, glossy green leaves form a dense, mounded habit that offers year-round interest. In early spring, it produces a profusion of delicate, snow-white flowers that blanket the plant in a stunning display. Its blooms attract bees and other early-season pollinators, while its evergreen foliage provides continuous texture.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Full sun for best bloom performance.
- Soil: Prefers well-drained, slightly alkaline soil.
- Water: Drought-tolerant once established but benefits from occasional watering during dry periods.
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9.
Ideal Uses
- Groundcover: Spreads to form a dense, weed-suppressing mat.
- Rock Gardens: Adds color and texture to rocky, sunny spots.
- Borders and Edging: Softens pathway edges and garden borders.
- Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and other early-season pollinators.
Low Maintenance Care
- Watering: Maintain moisture until established, then water during prolonged dry periods.
- Pruning: Trim back after flowering to maintain compact growth.
- Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring for vigorous growth.
- Winter Care: Mulch in colder climates to protect roots.
Why Choose Snowflake Candytuft?
- Pure White Blooms: Offers brilliant early-season color.
- Evergreen Foliage: Provides year-round texture and interest.
- Groundcover and Edging: Perfect for borders, pathways, and rock gardens.
- Low Maintenance: Drought-tolerant and easy to grow.
For dazzling early-season blooms and year-round interest, Snowflake Candytuft (Iberis sempervirens ‘Snowflake’) is an excellent choice for borders, rock gardens, and groundcover plantings.
Snowflake Candytuft is great for various garden uses. Plant it in full sun for best results. It likes well-drained, slightly alkaline soil. Water it regularly until it’s established, then only during dry times. Prune it back after it flowers to keep it looking neat. In winter, mulch it in colder areas to protect the roots. It attracts bees and other pollinators, making it perfect for pollinator gardens. It can be used as ground cover, in rock gardens, for borders, and edging. Just follow these simple steps for a beautiful display all year round.
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