Plant Number: 1.130.050 |
Snow-in-summer
Cerastium tomentosum
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A very useful groundcover perennial, often grown in dry, sunny areas with poor soil. Plants form a low, fast-spreading mat of silvery-grey leaves, studded with tiny white star flowers in late spring and early summer. An indestructible choice for difficult sites, but be sure to plant this where its spreading habit will not become a problem. Beautiful spilling over rock walls or on steep sunny slopes, used as a lawn substitute. Also grows well in tubs or mixed containers. Easily divided in spring or fall. Plants should be clipped hard or mowed (to 2 inches) after blooming to maintain a tidy habit. |
Zone 1 to Zone 9 |
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Conditions | Appearance | |
Sun Exposure Full Sun Soil Type Normal Sandy Clay Soil pH Acid Alkaline Neutral Soil Moisture Dry Care Level Easy Foot Traffic Occasional Rate of Spread Fast |
Flower Colour White Blooming Time Early Summer Late Spring Foliage Color Silver Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Border Containers Deer Resistant Drought Tolerant Edging Evergreen Ground Cover Massed Flower Head Size Very Small Height 15-20 cm 6-8 inches Spread 60-75 cm 23-29 inches |
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