Iberis sempervirens ‘Snowflake’ – A Carpet of Pure White Blooms

The Iberis sempervirens ‘Snowflake’, often known as Evergreen Candytuft, is a hardy, low-growing perennial that produces a dazzling carpet of white flowers in spring. Its neat, evergreen foliage provides year-round greenery, making it just as valuable outside its flowering season. ‘Snowflake’ is especially popular for rock gardens, border edging, and cascading over walls, where its abundant blooms create a stunning, snow-like effect.

This reliable plant combines beauty with resilience, tolerating poor soils and requiring very little maintenance once established. Whether you’re looking for a mass of spring colour or evergreen structure in small spaces, Iberis ‘Snowflake’ is a versatile choice that delivers season after season.

General Information

Iberis sempervirens is native to southern Europe and has been cultivated in gardens for centuries for its long-lasting flowers and dependable nature. The ‘Snowflake’ cultivar is particularly valued for its compact habit and profuse white blooms.

• Habit: Low, spreading, evergreen perennial with a mounded form.

• Height & spread: Typically 20–25cm tall and 30–40cm wide.

• Foliage: Narrow, leathery, dark green leaves that form a tidy, year-round mat.

• Flowers: Flat clusters of pure white flowers, covering the plant so thickly it looks snow-dusted.

• Flowering season: April to May, with a prolonged display in cooler springs.

• Position: Prefers full sun for maximum flowering but tolerates light shade.

• Soil: Thrives in well-drained soils, including poor or rocky ground.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK and Ireland.

• Uses: Perfect for edging paths and borders, rock gardens, slopes, containers, or cascading from walls.

Its evergreen foliage and profusion of spring flowers make it a valuable plant for small and large gardens alike.

Care Guide

Iberis sempervirens ‘Snowflake’ is easy to grow and rewards even minimal care with masses of blooms each spring.

Planting

• When to plant: Best in spring or autumn, though container-grown plants can be placed anytime.

• Depth & spacing: Plant at the same depth as in the pot, spacing 30cm apart to allow spreading.

• Containers: Excellent for pots or window boxes with free-draining compost.

• Companions: Pairs well with spring bulbs, aubrieta, or creeping phlox.

Watering & Feeding

• Water regularly during the first year to help establish roots.

• Once mature, drought-tolerant and needs only occasional watering in dry spells.

• Apply a balanced fertiliser in early spring to boost flowering.

Pruning & Maintenance

• After flowering, lightly trim back the spent flower stems and straggly shoots to keep plants neat and encourage compact growth.

• Avoid cutting into old, woody stems, as regrowth may be slow.

• Every 3–4 years, divide or replant to maintain vigour.

Protection

• Fully hardy and tolerant of frost.

• Avoid poorly drained or waterlogged soils, as this can damage roots.

• Pest- and disease-resistant, requiring very little intervention.

Why Choose Iberis sempervirens ‘Snowflake’?

This compact perennial offers beauty, reliability, and versatility in equal measure.

• Brilliant flowers: Masses of pure white blooms create a striking spring display.

• Evergreen foliage: Provides structure and greenery year-round.

• Compact size: Perfect for edging, rockeries, or containers.

• Hardy and tough: Thrives in poor, dry soils with little care.

• Low-maintenance: Easy to grow, pest-resistant, and long-lived.

The Iberis sempervirens ‘Snowflake’ is the perfect plant for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance perennial with maximum spring impact. Whether edging a path, brightening a border, or spilling over a wall, it delivers a breathtaking display of white blossoms each year, followed by neat evergreen foliage that looks good in every season.

• Size
  2L

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