| Common Name | Perennial Candytuft |
| Family | Brassicaceae |
| Genus | Iberis |
| Species | Amara |
| Origin | Southern Europe |
| Blooming | White or pink clusters in spring |
| Leaf Color | Grey-green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Well-drained sandy or loamy soil, tolerate poor soils and alkaline conditions.
Water regularly during establishment. Drought tolerant once mature, avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot.
Requires full sun for best flowering, tolerates partial shade in hot climates.
Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before blooming starts.
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming and prevent excessive self-seeding.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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