Sandwort

Profuse flowers carpet the ground, followed by attractive evergreen foliage. Wonderful as a small-scale ground cover, cascading over stones, or as edging near the front of the garden. A good choice for the alpine garden.

Companion Plants

Gayfeather

Shasta Daisy

Spike Speedwell

Plant Details

Common name

Sandwort
Botanical name

Arenaria montana
Variety

na
Zone

USDA Zone 4 (-30°F) to USDA Zone 7 (0°F).
Light

Sun
Height

6-8" (15-20 cm)
Habit

Spreading
Feed

Use all-purpose
Water

Weekly during dry spells
Bloom Color

White
Bloom Time

Spring
Maintenance

Keep weed-free

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