About
Snowdrift' is a spreading annual to 15cm in height, with pure white, very scented flowers in rounded heads, in summer.
About the genus
Lobularia can be annuals or perennials, of low spreading habit, with simple leaves and short terminal racemes of 4-petalled, fragrant flowers in summer
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH3
Plant details
Plant typeAnnual Biennial, Bedding
HabitBushy
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height1-2 years
Suggested usesCoastal, Cottage and informal garden, City and courtyard gardens, Patio and container plants, Wildlife gardens
FragranceFlower
Care notes
CultivationGrow in light, moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun. Clip over after flowering to encourage further blooms
PruningCut back after flowering
PropagationPropagate by seed sown in situ in late spring
Pest resistanceSlugs and flea beetles may be a problem
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to downy mildews, club root and white blister