Arenaria montana
Plant Details
A mass of dainty white flowers in early summer covers the vigorous ground cover foliage creating a dazzling garden display.
Month Available: May
Evergreen / Deciduous: Evergreen
Flower Colour: White
Suitable For Wildlife: Bees
Soil Type: Well-drained
Sun/Shade: Full sun or partial shade
Season of Interest: Summer
Flower/Foliage/Berries: Flowers
Plant Type: Perennial
Hardy: Protect from extended periods of frost
Main Attribute: All year round ground cover.
Height / Spread: 5cm x 30cm (2in x 12in)
Growing Tips & Additional Information
This is great as a weed suppressant – plant in an area of the garden you want covering, and it will spread and create a lovely white carpet of flowers.
Where to Plant: Borders
Pests and Diseases: Unlikely.
Plant Care: Trim back when required.
Care and Time: Low - spring
Warning: Toxic if eaten.
Benefits: A vigorous, fast growing alpine plant.
History: Commonly known as Sandwort, this plant originates in the mountains of Northern Europe, where it is very hardy and thrives in free draining soil.