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Cerastium candidissimum

Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 10 - 15 cm (4 - 6 in)
Spread 25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Cerastium candidissimum (Greek snow-in-summer) bears white blossoms during late spring to early summer. This plant has evergreen foliage that is greyish green and light grey in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, container, edging and ground cover.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought.