Protected Series: SNOWSURFER
Zone: 4FORTE CANDYTUFT
Iberis sempervirens 'Forte' (also marketed as Snowsurfer™ Forte) is a superior cultivar of evergreen Candytuft, cherished for creating a spectacular cloud of white in the spring garden. This low-growing, mounding perennial is part of the Snowsurfer™ series and typically reaches a height of 6-12 inches with a spread of 12-18 inches, forming a dense mat of narrow, glossy, dark green foliage. Its key improvement over older varieties lies in its increased vigor, more prolific flowering, and extended bloom time, with clusters of pure white, lightly-scented flowers smothering the plant from early spring well into early summer. Ideal for rock gardens, border edging, cascading over walls, or as a small-scale groundcover, Snowsurfer™ Forte is a highly valuable, long-lived addition that attracts butterflies while resisting deer and rabbits.
'Forte' Candytuft thrives in full sun to partial shade but will produce the most profuse blooms with at least six hours of direct sunlight per day. Excellent drainage is essential, as the plant will not tolerate consistently wet or heavy clay soils. Deadheading spent flowers will promote flowering.
| PLANT | SIZE | TYPE | GALENA | ADD'L | DIG | SOON |
Current inventory will be listed above this line. This plant will not be in the cart if there is no Galena stock listed. Contact Sales Rep for details. | Click for Availability column key & information.
To help this plant settle in and thrive, we recommend these standard planting practices: Plant in a location with full sun, and well-draining soil. Water regularly, but avoid overwatering. Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer. Prune back after blooming to maintain shape and encourage new growth.
AVAILABLE VARIETIES:
No other plants currently in stock for this genus.