Evergreen candytuft (Iberis sempervirens)
Care, watering, light and tips for Evergreen candytuft on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Brassicaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Evergreen candytuft
Iberis sempervirens, commonly known as Evergreen Candytuft, is a low-growing perennial plant with persistent foliage, ideal for borders and rockeries. It forms dense mats of dark green leaves and produces a profusion of small white flowers in spring, creating a 'snow-like' effect in the garden. It's perfect for adding brightness and structure to low-maintenance gardens or for ground cover on slopes.
Native range
Southern Europe, from Spain to Turkey
Care tips
It requires full sun for optimal flowering, although it tolerates some partial shade. Watering should be moderate once established, as it is drought-tolerant, avoiding waterlogging which can rot its roots. It prefers well-drained soils, preferably alkaline or neutral. A common mistake is overwatering, which can lead to fungal diseases; it's best to let the substrate dry out between waterings.
How to save a dying Evergreen candytuft
- Warning signs
- Yellowing or browning, wilting leaves, soft stems. Could be overwatering or prolonged drought.
- First aid
- Check soil. If waterlogged, remove plant and drain excess water. If dry, water thoroughly.
- What kills it
- Constant waterlogging rots its roots. Extreme, prolonged drought is also fatal.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if roots aren't fully rotted and there are green shoots. Act quickly and carefully.