Iberis Candytuft ‘Purity’

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Iberis sempervirens ‘Purity’ is a compact, evergreen perennial prized for its profusion of brilliant, pure white flower clusters that beautifully blanket its dark green foliage in early to mid-spring. This vigorous selection is known for its low‑growing, spreading habit, excellent drought tolerance, and outstanding performance as a reliable groundcover. Its nectar‑rich blossoms draw butterflies and bees, making it a standout choice for rock gardens, border edging, cascading over retaining walls, and sunny landscape beds. With its robust, mounded form and reliable cold tolerance, Purity offers a dazzling carpet of crisp spring color with minimal maintenance.

Growing Iberis sempervirens ‘Purity’

Light: Full sun to partial shade; thrives and produces the most abundant, dense blooms with strong, direct sunlight, though it appreciates some afternoon shade in the hottest climates.

Soil: Well‑drained soil of any texture; requires excellent drainage, as it is highly susceptible to crown rot in soggy or heavy clay soils.

Water: Low to moderate; water regularly until established, then highly drought‑tolerant. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings.

Maintenance: Shear back lightly by about one-third immediately after flowering to maintain a tidy, compact shape and encourage dense new foliage growth. Avoid pruning in the fall to ensure spring blooms.

Wildlife: Highly attractive to butterflies and bees; generally deer‑ and rabbit‑resistant.

Hardiness: Perennial in USDA zones 3–9; retains its dark green foliage year-round in most climates.

Shipping Info

Iberis sempervirens ‘Purity’ plants are shipped as healthy young starts in 4" nursery pots. Allow 1–2 weeks after arrival for plants to recover from shipping and resume active growth before repotting or planting outdoors.