Overview
Iberis sempervirens 'Snowflake' is a plant with a spreading branched habit in the genus Iberis, part of the Brassicaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Iberis sempervirens 'Snowflake' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include rock garden, gravel garden, flower borders and beds and garden edging.
About
Iberis sempervirens 'Snowflake' is a spreading, branched evergreen in the Brassicaceae grown for its low, mounding habit and spring flowers. It performs best in full sun on moist but well-drained soils. Plant on south- or west-facing, sheltered sites with alkaline to neutral soils such as chalk, loam or sand. Flowering occurs from April to June.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Iberis
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Iberis sempervirens 'Snowflake' size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Spreading branched
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Rock garden, Gravel garden, Flower borders and beds, Garden edging
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Iberis sempervirens 'Snowflake'
- Propagation
- Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Slugs, Snails, Caterpillars
- Disease resistance
- Club root
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Iberis sempervirens 'Snowflake'?
Iberis sempervirens 'Snowflake' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Iberis sempervirens 'Snowflake' need?
Iberis sempervirens 'Snowflake' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Iberis sempervirens 'Snowflake' hardy in the UK?
Iberis sempervirens 'Snowflake' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Iberis sempervirens 'Snowflake'?
Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings.
More in the Iberis genus
- Iberis aurosica
- Iberis aurosica 'Sweetheart'
- Iberis saxatilisrock candytuft
- Iberis sempervirens 'Nevina'
- Iberis sempervirens 'Plena' (d)
- Iberis amara coronariarocket candytuft