Iberis sempervirens

Also Known As

Candytuft

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

3a-8b

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Iberis sempervirens plant details

Iberis sempervirens is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring, summer and winter white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Iberis sempervirens

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: brassicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring, summer and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iberis sempervirens

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A compact, mound forming, evergreen subshrub found growing in freely drained alkaline (pH over 7) soils, in open areas in Southern Europe. Tight heads of small white flowers clothe the many branched fleshy stems, bearing narrow glossy leaves, throughout winter and spring.Trim lightly after flowering.Needs sharp drainage and alkaline soil to be long lived.Ideal for our climate preferring only minimal watering during summer.