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If your seeds fail to germinate, arrive damaged, or do not grow true to type, please contact us and we will make it right through replacement seed, store credit, or refund when appropriate.
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Iberis umbellata
Candytuft Dwarf Fairy Mix is a charming annual flower that forms low, spreading mounds of green foliage topped with umbels of delicate pink, purple, and white blooms. Growing just 10–12 inches tall, it’s perfect for borders, pathways, or cottage gardens. The fragrant flowers are attractive to pollinators and hold up well in cut arrangements. The seed heads are also quite attractive and are sometimes dried and used in everlasting arrangements. Blooms spring to summer. Each packet contains a minimum of 250 seeds.
Iberis umbellata
Candytuft Dwarf Fairy Mix is a charming annual flower that forms low, spreading mounds of green foliage topped with umbels of delicate pink, purple, and white blooms. Growing just 10–12 inches tall, it’s perfect for borders, pathways, or cottage gardens. The fragrant flowers are attractive to pollinators and hold up well in cut arrangements. The seed heads are also quite attractive and are sometimes dried and used in everlasting arrangements. Blooms spring... read more
Iberis umbellata
Candytuft Dwarf Fairy Mix is a charming annual flower that forms low, spreading mounds of green foliage topped with umbels of delicate pink, purple, and white blooms. Growing just 10–12 inches tall, it’s perfect for borders, pathways, or cottage gardens. The fragrant flowers are attractive to pollinators and hold up well in cut arrangements. The seed heads are also quite attractive and are sometimes dried and used in everlasting arrangements. Blooms spring to summer. Each packet contains a minimum of 250 seeds.
Sweat on your brow, hands in the dirt, and a smile on your face. You aren't afraid of a little hard work, and we're here to ensure that your efforts are rewarded. You can rest assured that our top-quality seeds from dependable, time-tested varieties will have you reaping more than just satisfaction from your hard day's work.
Candytuft thrives in full sun to light shade, with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal flowering. It prefers well-drained, slightly alkaline soil. This low-maintenance perennial can tolerate various soil types, including sandy or rocky soils, as long as they offer good drainage. Amending the soil with organic matter can improve its fertility and moisture retention. Once established, candytuft requires minimal watering. These sun and soil conditions make it an excellent choice for garden borders, rock gardens, or as ground cover, where it produces its clusters of charming white, pink, or lavender flowers in the spring.
Direct sowing is the easiest method for starting Candytuft. Sow seeds outdoors in the spring or fall for cooler climates or fall for warmer climates. Sow seeds 1/16" deep in a prepared garden bed. Keep well-watered until germination has occurred (20-30 days).
Candytuft can be started indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost and transplanted outdoors after danger of frost has passed. Space plants 9-12" in all directions.
Candytuft is relatively easy to grow. When starting indoors it is important to transplant before flower formation to yield the best results.
CONSIDERATIONS:
Saving seeds from Candytuft is relatively easy. No isolation is necessary unless individual flower colors are desired.
HARVESTING SEED:
Allow the flowers to fully mature and form seed heads. On the seed head you will find flat, papery husks containing a single seed each. Cut the entire seed head from the plant and rub these husks between your hands to release the small, flat seeds. Store in an airtight container until ready to use.
SEED LONGETIVITY:
Candytuft seeds will remain viable for several years if stored under ideal conditions.
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