European chickweed
Cerastium pumilum
European chickweed is a compact, low-growing perennial that prefers partial shade and consistently moist, well-drained soil. It works well as a small-scale groundcover in rock gardens or along shaded borders. This undemanding plant requires little care beyond occasional watering and removal of dead growth.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
6″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Lightly To Keep Soil Evenly Moist; Avoid Overwatering
Soil pH
6 – 7
Temperature
-20° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Apr 16, 2016 by Tela Botanica − Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)
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