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Iberis sempervirens 'Snowflake'
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candytuft 'Snowflake'

'Snowflake' is a compact evergreen sub-shrub to 25cm tall, with narrow, dark green leaves and short racemes of small white flowers in late spring and early summer

Other common names
candytuft 'Schneeflocke'
Synonyms
Iberis sempervirens Snowflake
Iberis sempervirens Schneeflocke
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
5–10 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring White Green
Summer White Green
Autumn Green
Winter Green
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

West–facing or East–facing or South–facing or North–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H5
Botanical details
Family
Brassicaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Bushy
Genus

Iberis can be annuals, evergreen perennials or sub-shrubs, with narrow leaves and racemes of white, pink or purple flowers

Name status

Accepted

How to grow

Cultivation

Grows well in poor soils. Looks good in rock gardens or in walls. Can spread

Propagation

Propagate by seed and semi-hardwood cuttings

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Coastal
  • Gravel garden
  • Patio and container plants
  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Rock garden
  • Flower borders and beds
Pruning

Trim lightly after flowering to maintain compactness

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs, snails and caterpillars

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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