Cerastium tomentosum

Snow in Summer

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Common Name: 

Snow in Summer

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Silver

Sun (From 0 to 5): 

Water (From 0 to 5): 

Maximum temperature: 

40°C

Minimum temperature: 

7°C

Maximum height: 

25 cm

Maximum width: 

45 cm

Snow in Summer (Cerastium tomentosum) - Description

C. tomentosum is a low-growing European native. It forms dense mats of silvery gray, 0.75 inch leaves. It bears masses of small, snow white flowers in the early summer.

Snow in Summer (Cerastium tomentosum) - Blooming

In the early summer, small white flowers appear in masses.

Snow in Summer (Cerastium tomentosum) - Growth

Annuals and perennials. Snow-in-Summer is a low growing plant that does fine in mild and cold winter climates. Performs well with full sun exposure but requires partial shade in the hottest of climates. Works well as a ground cover on hills or level ground, in rock gardens or in between stepping stones.

Snow in Summer (Cerastium tomentosum) - Planting

In fall, sow seeds in an open frame using containers. Divide in spring. Division entails propagating a plant by splitting it into 2 or more parts. Each part has its own root system and more than one shoot or dormant bud. In summer, can propagate from stem-tip cuttings.

Snow in Summer (Cerastium tomentosum) - Pest

Uncommon.

Snow in Summer (Cerastium tomentosum) - Interesting facts

From the several genera of Chickweed, Mouse Ear Chickweed and Stellaria contain desirable species.

Snow in Summer (Cerastium tomentosum) - Soil and irrigation

Is not fussy about soil type as long as it drains well. Give moderate to regular water.

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