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Purity Evergreen Candytuft

Iberis Sempervirens 'Snowflake'

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Overview

Iberis sempervirens 'Snowflake', a Purity Evergreen Candytuft, is a compact perennial ground cover reaching 6-12 inches high with a 12-18 inch spread. It showcases a profusion of pure white flowers in mid to late spring, set against dark green, glossy foliage. Hardy in zones 3-9, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Excellent for rock gardens, borders, or as a vibrant evergreen accent in the landscape.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 3–9Type Ground cover, PerennialClimate Temperate
Purity Evergreen Candytuft (Iberis Sempervirens 'Snowflake') — is a compact perennial ground cover reaching 6-12 inches high with a 12-18 inch spread
Purity Evergreen Candytuft (Iberis Sempervirens 'Snowflake') — It showcases a profusion of pure white flowers in mid to late spring, set against dark green

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
3–9

Shape & size

Mature height
0.5–1 Ft.
Mature width
1–1.5 Ft.

Classification

Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Family
Brassicaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Purity Evergreen Candytuft (Iberis Sempervirens 'Snowflake') — is a compact perennial ground cover reaching 6-12 inches high with a 12-18 inch spread
Purity Evergreen Candytuft (Iberis Sempervirens 'Snowflake') — It showcases a profusion of pure white flowers in mid to late spring, set against dark green
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