- Sow the seeds directly outdoors from March–May in a well-prepared, well-drained seedbed.
- Sow the seeds thinly on the surface and lightly cover with a fine layer of soil or grit.
- Keep the soil consistently moist until seedlings emerge.
- Place in a heated propagator at 21c.
- Seeds will usually germinate within 14-21 days.
- Once seedlings are large enough to handle, thin them to 20-25 cm apart to allow room for growth.
- Choose a sunny, well-drained site for best flowering and foliage development.
- Water moderately during dry spells until established, but avoid waterlogging.
- These hardy perennials produce silvery-grey foliage and masses of white flowers in late spring to early summer, ideal for borders, rockeries, and ground cover.
- Trim back the foliage lightly after flowering to maintain a neat appearance and encourage a second flush of growth.
Snow In Summer (Cerastium tomentosum) is a low-growing perennial with silvery-grey foliage and masses of small white flowers. Ideal for borders, rock gardens, or groundcover, it provides bright summer colour and a textured carpet.
