Iberis Mermaid Lavender Candytuft Plants

Iberis Mermaid Lavender – Evergreen Perennial Candytuft Ground Cover

Iberis sempervirens 'Mermaid Lavender' is a beautiful evergreen perennial candytuft, prized for its profusion of delicate lavender-tinted flowers from late spring through early summer. Forming a dense, low-growing mat of dark green foliage, this hardy ground cover plant remains attractive year-round, bringing reliable colour and structure to borders, rockeries, walls and raised beds.

One of the most versatile and low-maintenance perennials available, Iberis Mermaid Lavender is ideal as an edging plant, trailing over walls, or planted in containers on a sunny patio. Once established, it is exceptionally drought tolerant and requires minimal ongoing care. Deer resistant and rabbit resistant, this is a superb choice for gardens of all sizes.

What's Included:

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• 1 x Iberis Mermaid Lavender Candytuft Plant

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• Supplied in a 2 Litre pot as a well-established root ball, ready for planting
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Key Features:

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• Stunning lavender-tinted flowers from late spring to early summer

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• Evergreen foliage provides year-round interest

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• Excellent low-growing ground cover forming a dense, spreading mat

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• Drought tolerant once established

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• Fully hardy – tolerates temperatures well below freezing

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• Deer resistant and rabbit resistant

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• Light pruning after flowering encourages a compact habit and may promote a second flush of blooms
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Growing Conditions:

This sun-loving perennial thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil. When growing in containers, ensure the pot has excellent drainage and use a gritty compost mix. Fully hardy with minimal winter care required.

Cultural Information:

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• Botanical Name: Iberis sempervirens 'Mermaid Lavender'

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• Common Names: Candytuft, Evergreen Candytuft

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• Classification: Evergreen Perennial

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• Fully Grown Height and Spread: 15–25 cm x 30–50 cm

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• Growth Habit: Low-Growing, Dense, Spreading Evergreen Mat

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• Perfect For: Borders, Edging, Rockeries, Walls, Raised Beds, Containers

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• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer

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• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade

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• Soil Requirements: Well-Drained, Moderately Fertile

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• Hardiness: Fully Hardy

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• Foliage: Dark Green, Evergreen

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• Attracts: Bees and Pollinators

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• Companion Plants: Lavender, Aubrieta, Alpine Plants

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• Resistance: Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant
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Notes: This listing is for the Mermaid Lavender variety, featuring soft lavender-tinted blooms rather than the traditional white flowers found on standard Iberis sempervirens.

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