Cerastium ‘Snow in Summer’

Common Name:
Snow in Summer

Description:
Cerastium ‘Snow in Summer’ is a fast-spreading, low-growing perennial ground cover renowned for its silvery-grey foliage and masses of pure white flowers that blanket the plant in late spring to early summer. This hardy and drought-tolerant plant creates a soft, cascading effect, making it ideal for edging, rockeries, retaining walls, and dry garden beds in Melbourne’s climate. Its felted leaves form a dense mat that suppresses weeds, while its brilliant white blooms add striking contrast to darker foliage or colourful perennials. Best planted in full sun and well-drained soil, ‘Snow in Summer’ thrives in poor, sandy soils and is an excellent choice for low-maintenance or coastal gardens. Though visually stunning in flower, it is also appreciated for its year-round silver foliage, which provides interest even when not in bloom. Light pruning after flowering keeps the plant tidy and can encourage a second flush of flowers.

Form:

• Ground Cover

• Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding

Mature Size:

• Height: 15–20 cm

• Width: 40–60 cm

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers in Late Spring

• Flowers in Early Summer

Flower Colour:

• White

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots

• Drought Tolerant

• Perennial

• Herbaceous

• Suitable for Rockeries

• Suitable for Coastal Gardens

• Ground Cover

• Weed Suppressant

• Low Maintenance

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Lavandula (Lavender)

• Salvia nemorosa

• Euphorbia ‘Silver Swan’

• Sedum

• Festuca glauca

Plant Growers Australia (PGA) is an innovative wholesale production nursery based in Melbourne, renowned for superior quality garden plants and pioneering breeding programs.
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