mermaid lavender plant 1 Iberis Mermaid Lavender Candytuft Plant, Evergreen Perennial Ground – Plants For All Seasons

mermaid lavender plant 1 Iberis Mermaid Lavender Candytuft Plant, Evergreen Perennial Ground – Plants For All SeasonsIberis 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.

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.