Common
name: "Snow in Summer"
Latin name: Cerastium tomentosum
Zone: 3
- 7
Elevation to: 10,000'
Growth habit: Mat forming
Max height: 3" - 6"
Spread: 24"+
Flowers: Yes, August - Sept
Flower type: Cymes
Native to area: No
Available varieties: 2
Sunshine:
Water:
Pictured: Snow
in Summer Cerastium
tomentosum
Perennial
Cultivation:
Plant Snow in Summer in full sun in any well drained soil... but the plant
prefers sandy soil types. "Snow
in Summer" grows quickly and is quite drought tolerant.
Cut plants
back after flowering to keep their compact form. "Snow in
Summer" dislikes having wet feet while dormant. Great for slopes
and walls.
I have some volunteer Snow in Summer plants that are just
thriving growing in my driveway rocks. The only water they get is
from rain.
Propagation:
Purchase pre-started Snow in Summer plants at your local Garden Center.
Once established, plants may be divided in early spring.
