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Snow in Summer
This low-growing perennial forms mats of dense silvery grey woolly leaves. Masses of star-shaped flowers bloom in loose clusters in early summer. Particularly attractive as a ground cover, in rock gardens and for edging.
Cerastium tomentosum
Leaf Characteristics
Leaf texture : Woolly
Leaf length : 3/4"
Leaf shape : Linear
Leaf color : Silvery grey
Flower Characteristics
Flower shape : Star-shaped
Flower color : White
Plant Anatomy
Average size maturity width : 2-3 ft.
Average size maturity height : 1/2 ft.
Growth rate : Fast
Cultural Information
USDA Zone : -40 to -35 F( Z3a)
Sunset zone : 1-24
Water requirements : Regular
Light exposure : Partial Sun
Landscape Attributes
Attractive bark :Yes
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