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Also known as
Iberis Snow Cushion and Candytuft
Taxonomy
Iberis sempervirens
Iberis
Brassicaceae
Brassicales

How to care for Evergreen Candytuft

How often to water your Evergreen Candytuft

every 9
Evergreen Candytuft needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Charlotte, North Carolina
38% Low

Growing Evergreen Candytuft in Charlotte right now
Plant growth potential is currently low š
February 6th, 2023
Sunlight intensity as measured by ānet radiationā in Charlotte is currently low š.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in determiā¦
Sunlight will increase by 35.3% āļø
February 6th, 2023
Charlotte is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Charlotte is expected to increase by 35.3% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 11.0 megajoules of energy per ā¦
Daylight will increase by 0.9 hours š
February 2nd, 2023
This month, Charlotte is getting an average of 6.7 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 9.7% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 10.8 total hours of daā¦
Finding light for Evergreen Candytuft in your home

a window
Evergreen Candytuft love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Charlotte, North Carolina ā .
Evergreen Candytuft does not tolerate low-light š«.

How to fertilize Evergreen Candytuft

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Evergreen Candytuft after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
When to repot Evergreen Candytuft
Is this a good time of year to repot? No ā³
February 5th, 2023
The growing potential in Charlotte is low š.
Repotting in late fall or winter when the day lengths are shorter can be very stressful for a plant and cause it to go into shock.
It's best to repā¦

Evergreen Candytuft is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!
Water Needs
Evergreen Candytuft prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Evergreen Candytuft requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Evergreen Candytuft does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Evergreen Candytuft should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as itās refreshed yearly, you shouldnāt need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Growth Pattern
Evergreen Candytuft grows along the ground and sends out shoots which will spread across the soil.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Evergreen Candytuft can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Propagation
Evergreen Candytuft can be propagated by the leaf method. To propagate:
- Remove a leaf by gently twisting until it pops off.
- To get the leaf to root, you can either:
- Place the leaf in water until roots emerge and are ~2ā long and then transplant into well-draining soil, or
- Place the leaf directly into well-draining soil
Care Summary for Evergreen Candytuft
Evergreen Candytuft
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Charlotte, North Carolina, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
