'Candy Sorbet' Iberis is a revolutionary variety that reinvents the classic Candytuft. It stands out with its unique lilac-pink flowers and especially its exceptionally long blooming period, which lasts for more than six weeks. This evergreen perennial forms a dense mat, perfect for adding a touch of long-lasting colour to rock gardens, borders, and retaining walls.
Characteristics
Foliage: It develops a dense mat of rich, dark green evergreen foliage that remains attractive year-round.
Flowering: Starting in early summer, the plant covers itself in a mass of delicate flower clusters. The flowers first open pink, then mature to a magnificent lilac hue, creating a subtle bicolour effect.
Light: It demands full sun for abundant flowering and compact growth.
Habit: It forms a low, dense, spreading mound or cushion with a slight trailing effect, making it perfect for cascading over low walls.
Growth: With a medium growth rate, it reaches a maximum height of 20 cm (8 inches) with a spread of 25 to 60 cm (10-24 inches).
Moisture: It prefers average to dry moisture conditions.
Soil: It thrives in well-drained soil and is not demanding about its richness.
Hardiness: Hardy, it faces Zone 5 winters without any problem.
Watering: Once well-established, it demonstrates excellent drought tolerance.
Resistance: This robust plant resists deer and rabbits very well.
Uses
Types of Use: It is the quintessential choice for rock gardens, border edging, stone walls, or as a groundcover. It also performs magnificently in containers, where it will gracefully spill over the sides.
Ornamental Features: The main attraction is its carpet of lilac-pink flowers that provides striking colour for a very long period in early summer. Its evergreen foliage ensures a green presence even in winter.
Care
Fertilizing: It generally does not require any fertilizer to perform well.
Pruning: To maintain a dense and compact habit, perform a light shearing just after flowering ends.
Planting: Plant it in a very sunny location with excellent drainage to ensure its longevity.
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