Snow-in-summer. Rampant spreading low alpine with silvery foliage and masses of star-shaped white flowers. Max Height 5cm to 8cm. Flowers April to June. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Cerastium tomentosum
Rampant spreading low alpine with silvery foliage and masses of star-shaped white flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Cerastium |
|---|---|
| Species | tomentosum |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Snow-in-summer |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 5cm, 8cm |
| Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Spread | |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Mat-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | silver |
| Flowers From | April, June |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | |
| Border | Rock garden, Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
| Propagation |
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