Rock Candytuft (Iberis saxatilis)
Iberis saxatilis, or Rock Candytuft, is a low-growing evergreen perennial with dense foliage and clusters of white flowers, native to Mediterranean rocky areas.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.
Watering
Water moderately, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Soil
Well-drained soil is crucial. Prefers sandy, loamy, or rocky soils. Tolerates alkaline conditions.
Temperature
Thrives in moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer in spring and mid-summer.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.
At least 6 hours of direct sun is ideal.
Water moderately, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Reduce in winter.
Well-drained soil is crucial. Prefers sandy, loamy, or rocky soils. Tolerates alkaline conditions.
Thrives in moderate temperatures.
Ideal range 15-25°C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer in spring and mid-summer.
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Pot, Groundcover
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.1-0.3 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Size
1-1.5 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderBrassicales
- familyBrassicaceae
- genusIberis
- speciesIberis saxatilis
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No