Perennial Candytuft (Iberis sempervirens)
Edging Candytuft (Iberis sempervirens) is a low, evergreen perennial. It produces abundant white flowers in spring, forming a dense mat of dark green foliage. Drought-tol
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade
Watering
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, average to poor soil.
Temperature
Cool to moderate
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Low
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade
At least 6 hours of direct sun for best blooms
Moderate
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings
Well-drained, average to poor soil.
Cool to moderate
Hardy in zones 3-9, prefers 15-24°C
Outdoor
Low
Light application in spring
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot, Groundcover
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.15-0.3 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Evergreen
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Leaf Type
Simple, Linear to Spatulate
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderBrassicales
- familyBrassicaceae
- genusIberis
- speciesIberis sempervirens
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
Non-toxic to pets and humans.