Cerastium tomentosum, known as snow-in-summer, is a short-lived, low-growing, mat-forming perennial which is typically massed in sunny locations as a ground cover. Tufts of narrow, gray-green leaves (each to 1" long and 1/4" wide) form a 6” tall foliage mat. Leaves are evergreen.
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Jun 16, 2022 · Grow snow in summer in full sun ideally, it prefers dry conditions and is an excellent drought-tolerant plant. A well-draining soil is crucial, ...
Jul 19, 2024 · Snow-in-summer grows best in full-sun areas with poor, slightly acidic, and well-draining soil. This drought-tolerant plant thrives and spreads quickly in cool ...
In late spring to early summer, stems with showy star-shaped white flowers will protrude 8 to 12 inches above the ground-covering mat. Each stem can produce up ...
Winter hardy, this low-growing perennial grows only 6-12 in. · Best in full sun in dry, sandy, well-drained soils. · Great choice for rock gardens, edging, ground ...
Dec 8, 2023 · It typically grows 6-9 inches high (15-20cm). As a foliage plant it is as effective as the silver mugworts (Artemisia sp), cotton-lavender ( ...
Apr 25, 2024 · Cerastium tomentosum. Common Name, Snow-in-Summer. Plant Type, Perennial. Light, Sun. Height, 6 to 12 inches. Width, 10 to 18 inches. Flower ...
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European native perennial groundcover that forms a spreading mat of silver-gray foliage and masses of small, white summer flowers.
This is a fast growing carpet-type plant that reaches 6 in. high and can spread 2-3 ft. across. It is commonly planted as a ground cover with small plants ...
The foliage should be trimmed back after the plant is finished blooming to promote more compact growth. It may divided any time during the growing season.
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