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Iberis 'Summer Snowdrift Candytuft' is a delightful, low-growing perennial that blankets the garden with a profusion of pure white, fragrant flowers, resembling a drift of summer snow. This versatile plant is ideal for edging pathways, filling rock gardens, or adding charm to containers and mixed borders.
Description:
Dimensions: 10-12" tall, 12-14" spread
Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Water Requirements: Well-draining soil; moderate watering
Hardiness Zones: 6-9 (often grown as an annual in cooler zones)
Bloom Time: Mid-spring to late summer
Pruning: Trim back by one-third after flowering to maintain compactness and encourage new growth
How to Plant:
Location: Perfect for rock gardens, borders, or as a spiller in containers
Soil Preparation: Thrives in well-drained, slightly alkaline to neutral soil
Planting: Space 12-14" apart; plant at soil level
Watering: Water regularly to establish, then moderately; avoid waterlogged conditions
Fun Fact: Unlike traditional candytufts, 'Summer Snowdrift' extends its blooming season into late summer, offering an exceptionally long display of snowy white flowers!