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Iberis sempervirens 'Snowflake'

Also Known As

  • Candytuft

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 10"
  • W: 36"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Iberis sempervirens 'Snowflake' plant details

Iberis sempervirens 'Snowflake' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Iberis sempervirens 'Snowflake'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: brassicaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 36 IN - wide, 0 - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iberis sempervirens 'Snowflake'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Zn 3. White flowers in spring. Short, evergreen.

Gardening facts about Iberis sempervirens 'Snowflake' plant

How to Grow Iberis sempervirens 'Snowflake'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 12"

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Zones

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Size

Height: 8"

Width: 18"

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 12"-24"

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 6"-8"

Width: 10"-14"

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