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Little Gem Evergreen Candytuft

Iberis Sempervirens 'Little Gem'

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Overview

Iberis sempervirens 'Little Gem', or Little Gem Evergreen Candytuft, is a compact perennial with a lush mound of glossy, evergreen foliage, reaching 6-12 inches tall and spreading up to 12 inches wide. In spring, it blooms profusely with bright white flowers, adding a vibrant contrast against the dark leaves. It thrives in zones 3-9, prefers full sun to partial shade, and requires well-drained soil. Ideal for borders, rock gardens, and as a ground cover.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 3–10Type Ground cover, PerennialClimate Temperate
Little Gem Evergreen Candytuft (Iberis Sempervirens 'Little Gem') — is a compact perennial with a lush mound of glossy

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Family
Brassicaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Little Gem Evergreen Candytuft (Iberis Sempervirens 'Little Gem') — is a compact perennial with a lush mound of glossy

Photograph: David J. Stang, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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