
LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Fragrant
GROWTH HABIT
Low-growing
BLOOM SEASON
Spring
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Ornamental
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Non-GMO
PLANT TYPE
Flowering
PLANTING SEASON
Spring or Fall
FRUIT SIZE
N/A
PLANT HEIGHT
Low
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun
WATER NEEDS
Low
HARDINESS ZONES
3–9
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
12 inches
PLANTING DEPTH
1/8 inch
GROWING CONDITIONS
well-drained soil
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Candytuft be used along rock garden edges?
Can Candytuft be used along rock garden edges?
Yes, its low spreading form can soften the edges of rockeries, gravel areas, and stone features while adding seasonal flower color
Can Candytuft be planted between stepping stones?
Can Candytuft be planted between stepping stones?
Yes, its compact growth can work around stepping stones when enough space is left for the plant to spread without obstructing the walking surface
How can Candytuft be combined with taller spring flowers?
How can Candytuft be combined with taller spring flowers?
Its low-growing habit can provide a foreground layer beneath taller bulbs, perennials, or shrubs in a mixed seasonal planting
Can Candytuft be shaped after flowering?
Can Candytuft be shaped after flowering?
Light trimming after flowering can help maintain a compact form and keep the plant tidy without removing excessive healthy growth
How does Candytuft contribute winter garden structure?
How does Candytuft contribute winter garden structure?
Its evergreen foliage can remain visible outside the main flowering period, providing low-level greenery during cooler seasons
Can Candytuft be used to cover a sunny slope?
Can Candytuft be used to cover a sunny slope?
Its spreading perennial growth can suit sunny slopes and banks where well-drained soil is available and a low-growing planting layer is desired