Alexander’s White Candytuft (Iberis sempervirens ‘Alexander’s White’) – Pure White Spring Blooms for Edging, Rock Gardens & Sunny Borders
Alexander’s White Candytuft brings a clean, timeless spring display with dense clusters of pure white flowers that brighten sunny garden spaces from mid to late spring. Slightly taller than ‘Purity,’ this drought‑tolerant evergreen groundcover forms a low, uniform mat that provides year‑round structure. Its crisp, defined look makes it ideal for edging walkways, filling rock gardens, and creating polished borders with minimal maintenance.

Key Features

• Drought tolerant once established
• Evergreen foliage for year‑round structure
• Dense, uniform mat ideal for groundcover use
• Pure white spring blooms for bright seasonal contrast
• Excellent edging plant for walkways and garden beds
• Rock garden favorite for texture and definition

Common Questions

• What problem does Alexander’s White solve?
  It brightens sunny borders and rock gardens with clean white blooms while forming a dense evergreen mat that suppresses weeds.
• Is it good for beginners?
  Yes, it’s low‑maintenance and thrives in ordinary, well‑drained soil.
• Will it grow in full sun?
  Yes, full sun produces the strongest bloom.
• Is it drought tolerant?
  Once established, it requires minimal watering.
• How fast does it spread?
  It spreads steadily, forming a tight, uniform mat when spaced properly.

Description

Alexander’s White Candytuft (Iberis sempervirens ‘Alexander’s White’) is a classic spring‑blooming evergreen groundcover known for its pure white flower clusters and tidy growth habit. Its evergreen foliage provides structure throughout the year, while its spring bloom creates a striking contrast against stones, gravel, and darker foliage. This variety excels along walkways, in rock gardens, and in sunny foundation plantings where a clean, polished look is desired. Its drought tolerance and low‑maintenance nature make it a reliable choice for bright, dry areas.

Planting & Care

• Soil: Ordinary, well‑drained soil
• Sun: Full sun for best flowering
• Water: Minimal once established
• Spacing: Plant 12–18 inches apart for cohesive coverage
• Maintenance: Light trimming after bloom if needed to maintain shape

Seasonal Notes

• Evergreen foliage provides year‑round interest
• Pure white blooms appear mid to late spring
• Heat‑ and drought‑tolerant once established

Ideal Uses

• Walkway edging
• Rock gardens and gravel beds
• Sunny borders and foundation plantings
• Low, evergreen groundcover
  Explore more options in our Sun‑Loving Groundcovers collection, including Red Creeping Thyme for a fragrant, colorful companion.

Order Alexander’s White Candytuft

Bring classic spring brightness to your landscape with Alexander’s White Candytuft from Greenwood Nursery. Its evergreen foliage, pure white blooms, and drought tolerance make it a standout choice for low‑maintenance, sun‑loving garden spaces.

Shipping Information

• Available Sizes: 3.5‑inch pots

Related Collections

• Sun‑Loving Groundcovers
• Evergreen Groundcovers
• Drought‑Tolerant Plants
• Rock Garden Plants