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Cerastium alpinum var. lanatum
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Cerastium alpinum var. lanatum
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Cerastium alpinum var. lanatum


Woolly Snow-in-summer

USDA Zone: 2-9

Plant number: 1.130.020


A very slow-growing alpine plant, forming a low carpet or cushion of fuzzy silver-grey leaves. Short stems of starry white flowers appear in late spring and early summer. Best grown in the rock garden, in a gravel scree or alpine trough garden. Tolerates drought and poor sandy soils, once established. Divide every two to three years in spring or early autumn. Mulching around the plant with pea gravel will help to prevent rotting in wet winter areas. For the extra trouble of growing this, it’s a little gem for the rock garden and well worth the effort.

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Cerastium alpinum var. lanatum


Optimal Growing
Conditions
Appearance and
Characteristics
Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
Care Level
  Moderate
Flower Colour
  White
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Grey Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Containers
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Edging
  Evergreen
Height
   2-5 cm
   1-2 inches
Spread
   15-30 cm
   6-12 inches
Foot Traffic
   Light
Growth Rate
   Slow