Snow-in-summer typically starts flowering in May.
snow-in-summer
Cerastium tomentosum 'Olympia'
Also Known As - Dusty MillerSnow-in-Summer (Cerastium tomentosum 'Olympia') is an amazing plant that boasts an abundance of beautiful blooms during the summer months. Its medium-green foliage gives it a striking look in contrast to its white flowers. This perennial grows well in full sun and prefers dry soils, making it perfect for growing in rockeries and steep banks. During warm days, the flowers open up for a spectacle of white blooms, and the night brings a delightful scent to the garden. The drought tolerance of this plant makes it a great choice for areas that receive little rainfall. Snow-in-summer is a gorgeous and fragrant addition to any garden that is sure to bring plenty of beauty throughout the summer months.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 7
Flowers:
White Flowers
Sun:
full sun,part shade
Soil:
Rocky , gravelly , dry, Well-drained
Fruits:
brown Fruits Ready In Summer
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
silver,green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Easy
watering
Snow-in-summer prefers full sun to part shade and well-drained soil. Water whenever the soil is dry. Water moderately, keeping the soil lightly moist but resisting overwatering. In periods of extreme heat or drought, extra watering may be necessary to keep the plant healthy. Snow-in-summer typically requires weekly watering in summer and biweekly watering during spring and fall. In winter, water sparingly.
sunlight
Snow-in-summer (Cerastium tomentosum "Olympia") is a hardy, spreading perennial that thrives in full sun. This plant prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day and grows best in areas that receive plenty of sunshine year-round. If you are planting Snow-in-summer in a spot with partial sun, the flowers will be fewer in number, but you should still get an attractive show of bloom throughout the growing season. Overall, Snow-in-summer performs its best in full sun, so make sure it gets plenty of direct sunlight when it blooms in the summer months.
pruning
Snow-in-summer (Cerastium tomentosum 'Olympia') can be pruned back in early spring, before new growth emerges. Pruning should be done lightly to remove any dead, damaged, or overgrown stems. Try to leave the center of the plant unpruned, as this helps encourage a full and dense appearance. After the initial pruning, you can prune back any excess growth again in late summer, typically around August, to keep the plant from becoming too large.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Harvest Fruit
Harvesting of Cerastium tomentosum 'Olympia' (snow-in-summer) typically begins in June and continues through August.
