Cerastium
tomentosum
Olympia
Snow In Summer, Starry Grasswort
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Type:
Perennials,Groundcovers
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Height:
Short 12" (Plant 14-18" apart)
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Bloom Time:
Late Spring to Summer
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Sun-Shade:
Full Sun to Mostly Sunny
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Zones:
3-8
Find Your Zone
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Soil Condition:
Normal, Sandy, Acidic
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Flower Color / Accent:
White /
White
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Cerastium Olympia is a gem in the border. The common name of Snow in Summer seems appropriate for the sparkling blanket of white blooms. As hardy and useful as Silver Carpet, but the flower stems are upright and the plants form neater clumps.
Features to Note:
- Deer Resistant
- Edgers
- Groundcovers
- Hot Dry site tolerant
- For a sunny spot
- Web Only
General Information:
Cerastium are good for hot dry spots and one of the best selections for colder areas. Needs well drained soil but will thrive in poor soil. Will tolerate drought once established.
Plant Care:
Shear back by one-third after flowering for fresh full foliage. Avoid shearing during hot dry conditions. Spring clean up is recommended. Can be divided every year if necessary to maintain boundaries.
