Iberis sempervirens

Iberis sempervirens (Evergreen Candytuft) is an enchanting low, sprawling, woody-based perennial that will charm your garden in mid to late spring. Among the purest garden whites with its abundant clusters of 4-petaled white flowers, enhanced by delicate yellow dots on each petal, the blossoms stand out starkly against the foliage of narrow, dark green leaves.

• Grows in bushy mounds up to 6-12 inches tall (15-30 cm) and spreads 12-18 inches (30-45 cm). Evergreen in warm winter areas, its lovely foliage may defoliate in colder winter areas.
• Prefers full sun locations and enjoys average, well-drained soils. Part shade is tolerated but will flower less. Good drainage is essential. This plant is drought tolerant once established. Tolerates poor soils but intolerant of wet and poorly-drained soils
• Evergreen Candytuft is a remarkable edging plant for borders, paths, or walkways. It is also particularly attractive in rock gardens or cascading over the edge of raised beds and can be used as a ground cover in small areas. A great addition to cottage gardens, coastal gardens, or containers.
• No serious disease issues. Keep an eye out for slugs, snails, and caterpillars. Deer and rabbit resistant, but pollinator friendly.
• Cut back by 1/3 after flowering to promote new growth and maintain a dense habit. Cover with evergreen boughs in cold winter areas (Hardiness zones 3 or 4) to minimize desiccation over winter.
• Propagate by seed and semi-hardwood cuttings
• Native to southern Europe.

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Requirement
Hardiness	3,4,5,6,7,8,9
Heat Zones	3,4,5,6,7,8,9
Climate Zones	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 1B, 2A, 2B, 3A, 1A, 3B
Plant Type	Perennials
Plant Family	Brassicaceae
Exposure	Full Sun
Season of Interest	Spring, Mid Spring, Late Spring
Height	< 1'
Spread	1' - 2'
Water Needs	Average
Maintenance	Average
Soil Type	Chalk, Loam, Sand
Characteristics	Showy, Evergreen
Garden Styles	Coastal Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage
Planting Place	Edging, Ground Covers, Patio and Containers