Snow-In-Summer
Cerastium tomentosum
Also known as
Snow-in-summer, Dusty miller, Mouse-ear
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Full Sun
Moderate care
Light watering
Frost Hardy
6a
USDA zone
-23°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
50cm | Max | 1.5m |
10cm | Min | 1m |
5 years to reach maturity
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
This plant has no fragrance
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Snow-In-Summer Overview
This is a low growing spreading evergreen perennial alpine plant. The foliage is silvery grey-green, The flowers are white-green and star-shaped they will appear in mid spring and summer.
How to propagate Snow-In-Summer
Seed
Seeds need light for germination.
Division
Division in spring.
Cuttings
Cut back after flowering to encourage bushiness.
Special features of Snow-In-Summer
Ground cover
Other uses of Snow-In-Summer
Ground cover, edging, border, rock garden, walls, banks.