Iberis 'Candytuft'

Umbels of fragrant flowers unfold from a central point in pink to off-white on annual plants with a spreading habit. Iberis prefers well drained soil in full sun, and has a remarkable characteristic of blooming just weeks after sowing. Iberis may self sow in the right conditions, but will not become invasive. Try planting some Iberis seeds for use in xeriscaping, as the plants are quite drought tolerant. This plant looks good in containers, and is highly attractive to beneficial insects over a long flowering period.

Details:

QTY: 100

TYPE: Tender Perennial - Zone 3-8

SITE: Full Sun

SEED DEPTH: Barely Cover 

GERMINATION: 10-20 days at 21-30°C

HEIGHT: 10 - 12"

MATURITY: Weeks from germination

SPACING: 6-12"

How To Grow:
Iberis does not respond well to transplanting or being moved. Direct sow Iberis seeds from last frost date to mid-July for continuous blooms. Trim plants lightly after flowering to encourage a second bloom. Start indoors 6 weeks before last frost date. If starting indoors, use peat or coir pots and bottom heat. Mist or bottom water. Lightly cover seed. Harden off, and transplant out after last frost.  Iberis may self sow.