Candytuft Annual

Candytuft - Iberis Umbelleta
Candytuft

Height: Up to 1 1/2 ft.
Flower Color: White
Plant Type: Annual
Flower Type: Clustered flowerheads of tiny flowers
Bloom Time: Mid-season
Is this wildflower invasive? No
Is this wildflower endangered? No
Is this wildflower edible? No
Is this wildflower medicinal? No
Regions: All regions of North America.
Zones: 3 - 9
Soil preference: Dislikes dampness, prefers fast-draining soils.
Sun/Shade: Full sun
Moisture requirements:Adaptable to even arid conditions.
Germination: 20-30 days
Optimum soil temperature for germination: 68F-80F
Sowing depth: 1/16"

Few plants boast the flower power of this vigorous little plant! In spring, these low-growing 16-inch-tall plants vanish beneath hundreds of dainty white blooms that tumble over walls or creep along the ground in the sunny garden. After bloom, just shear the plants back and enjoy the handsome, narrow dark green foliage until the end of the season! It is a terrific choice for edging or ground cover, offering dazzling color annually.