Candytuft – Tall Mix

Candytuft (Iberis umbellata) is a charming annual flower native to southern Europe, where it commonly grows wild in sunny meadows, grain fields, and along roadsides. It thrives in alkaline, well-drained soils, often those containing lime or chalk, which are prevalent throughout the Mediterranean region and extending into western and central Europe. Unlike many garden flowers, Candytuft prefers poor to moderately fertile soil and is particularly well-suited to dry, open locations.

The ‘Tall Mix’ is a slightly larger-growing variety of Iberis umbellata, reaching a few inches taller than its dwarf counterpart. It still maintains the same naturally mounding habit, but with longer stems that make it especially well-suited for use as a cut flower. The mix includes delicate, flat-topped blooms in shades of pink, lavender, white, and purple, offering soft, romantic color for garden beds, borders, or container plantings.

Candytuft performs well in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 9 and can be planted in either spring or fall in these regions. In warmer climates, fall sowing is recommended so the plants can establish during cooler weather. In hot conditions, choosing a planting location with partial shade during peak afternoon sun will help prevent heat stress. Although the seeds can be started indoors, they should be transplanted outdoors before flowering begins for best performance and full blooming potential.

Candytuft is available in both dwarf and tall varieties, making it a versatile addition to gardens of all sizes. Whether you’re looking for compact color or slightly taller stems for cutting, the ‘Tall Mix’ brings soft charm and natural beauty to any space.

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.