Candytuft

Iberis umbellata

Description

Annual or biennial herbaceous plant with small flowers grouped in dense umbels in white, pink, lilac, or purple colors. Native to the Mediterranean, it is highly valued for gardens and pots for its beauty and profuse flowering.

Growing tips

Requires direct sunlight and well-drained soil. Moderate watering, letting dry between waterings. Dies in intense cold below -5°C. Light pruning after flowering to maintain compact shape.