About
Snowflake' is a compact evergreen sub-shrub to 25cm tall, with narrow, dark green leaves and short racemes of small white flowers in late spring and 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
AspectWest-facing, East-facing, South-facing, North-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 usesCoastal, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Rock garden
Care notes
CultivationGrows well in poor soils. Looks good in rock gardens or in walls. Can spread
PruningTrim lightly after flowering to maintain compactness
PropagationPropagate by seed and semi-hardwood cuttings
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to slugs, snails and caterpillars
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free