Annual Candytuft (Iberis amara)
Iberis amara, commonly known as Annual Candytuft, is a charming annual plant producing profuse clusters of white, fragrant flowers from late spring to early summer.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Water regularly, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged.
Soil
Well-draining, fertile soil. Prefers sandy loam but tolerates a range of soil types.
Temperature
Grows best in moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight for best bloom.
Water regularly, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged.
Allow top inch of soil to dry between waterings.
Well-draining, fertile soil. Prefers sandy loam but tolerates a range of soil types.
Grows best in moderate temperatures.
Ideal range is 15-25 °C.
Outdoor
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.15-0.3 m
Spread
0.15-0.3 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
1-2 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderBrassicales
- familyBrassicaceae
- genusIberis
- speciesIberis amara
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No