About
This spreading, evergreen sub-shrub, to 30cm tall, with oblong to egg-shaped dark green leaves. Dense clusters of white flowers are borne in flat heads, up to 7cm across, from spring to early summer.
About the genus
Iberis can be annuals, evergreen perennials or sub-shrubs, with narrow leaves and racemes of white, pink or purple flowers
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAlkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, East-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Coastal, Gravel garden, Rock garden
Care notes
CultivationThrives in poor, well-drained soils in full sun
PruningTrim lightly after flowering to maintain compactness
PropagationPropagate by semi-hardwood cuttings
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to slugs, snails and caterpillars
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free