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Iberis sempervirens

Family Cruciferae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Spread 15 - 45 cm (6 - 18 in)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Iberis sempervirens (evergreen candytuft) yields showy, white, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during mid spring to early summer. This plant is spreading in form and has glossy, fine textured and evergreen foliage that is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, edging, ground cover, foundation and mass planting.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Iberis sempervirens . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer, and it is tolerant of drought.