Candytuft – Dwarf Fairy Mix
$2.50 – $23.50
Candytuft is a flower that is native to Europe, where it is often found growing wild in grain fields. A frequent host to this species of flower is the limey soil throughout the Mediterranean region and between western and central Europe. Candytuft favors chalky soil that is not rich in nutrients and is well-drained. The flower naturally grows in mounds and works great as a border or filler for pots. This is a good cut flower. In zones 7-9, it can be planted in either the spring or fall. In warmer weather climates it needs to be planted during the fall, in a place where a little more shade is provided. This flower will do well if started indoors, but it needs to be planted in the ground before blooming starts in order to yield the best results.
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The broadcast rate for seeding is 30 – 37.5 pounds per acre.
The seed drill rate for seeding in rows is 15 pounds per acre.
Purchasing Options | Price | Quantity | |
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Small Packet | $2.50 | ||
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10 Gram | $3.00 | ||
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1/4 Pound | $12.00 | ||
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1 Pound | $23.50 | ||
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Scientific Name | Iberis umbellata |
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Product Type | Flower, Flower Mix |
Cycle | Annual |
Color | Pink, Purple, White |
Height | 10" |
Light Requirement | Full Sun, Part Sun/Shade |
Germination Time | 20-30 days |
Weeks to Bloom | 7 to 8 weeks |
USDA Zone | 3 to 9 |
Origin | Introduced species |
Planting Season | Spring, Fall |
Bloom Season | Summer, Fall |
Seeds Per Pound | 200,000 |
Pollen/Nectar | Nectar, Pollen |
Pollinator(s) | Bats, Birds, Butterflies, Honey Bees, Native Bees |
Seeding Rate (lb./acre) | 15 |
Notes | You may want to add a filler such as sand or potting soil with your seeds before planting to help spread them more evenly and cover more area |