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Herbaceous Perennial

Iberis sempervirens 'Zwergschneeflocke'
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A spreading, evergreen perennial or sub-shrub with narrow, oval, dark, shiny green leaves. Dense racemes of small, snow white flowers appear in April and May. An excellent perennial for ground cover and attractive to butterflies and bees

Synonyms
Iberis sempervirens 'Snowdrift'
Iberis sempervirens Snowdrift
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
1–2 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 Green
Autumn Green
Winter Green
Position
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade
Aspect

East–facing or South–facing or West–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H6
Botanical details
Family
Brassicaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Matforming
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

Propagation

Propagate by seed and semi-ripe cuttings

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Coastal
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Gravel garden
  • Patio and container plants
  • 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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