A low-growing, mat-forming perennial with silvery-grey, felted foliage and a profusion of star-shaped white flowers in late spring. Cerastium tomentosum is ideal for rock gardens, edging, and groundcover, providing early-season colour and attractive foliage all year round.
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Exposure: Hardy and moderately wind-tolerant; coastal tolerant if soil is well-drained.
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Size: Typically 10–15 cm (4–6 in) high and spreads 60–90 cm (24–36 in).
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Soil: Prefers well-drained, sandy or gritty soil; tolerates poor soils but dislikes waterlogging.
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Sun: Full sun for best flowering and compact growth.
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Flowering Time: Late spring to early summer (May–June).
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Wildlife Benefits: Flowers attract bees and other pollinators, providing early-season nectar.
