Description
Anthemis carpatica ‘Snow Carpet’ is a beautiful and unique variety of Chamomile, a perennial plant. This cultivar is known for its low-growing, cushion-like habit and its small, daisy-like white flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. The flowers are held on short, sturdy stems above a rosette of green leaves. It grows to a height of 0.2m and width of 0.5m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, it’s also drought tolerant once established. It’s suitable for planting in rock gardens, as an accent plant in a mixed border, or in a container. The Anthemis carpatica ‘Snow Carpet’ is a beautiful and unique plant that adds a touch of color and texture to any garden.
Key Facts
- Common Name(s):Anthemis carpatica ‘Snow Carpet’
- Hardiness:Fully hardy
- How big will I get? Anthemis carpatica ‘Snow Carpet’ can grow to a height of 0.2m and a spread of 0.5m.
- Did You Know That:It can be used as an alternative to traditional lawn, it can be walk on and it is low maintenance?
Plant Calendar
A rough guide to how this plant will change through the year.
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J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
Care Guide
Soil Requirements
Anthemis carpatica ‘Snow Carpet’ prefers soil with good drainage and does not tolerate standing water. This plant can grow in soil with a wide range of pH levels, it is not picky about the pH level of the soil.
Best Position
Anthemis carpatica ‘Snow Carpet’ can handle either an exposed or a sheltered position and requires full sun to thrive, this consists of more than six hours of direct sunshine per day.
Maintenance
Anthemis carpatica ‘Snow Carpet’ will benefit from deadheading after it finishes flowering this will help the plant by redirecting energy from seed production to flower and root production.
Pest, Diseases and Wildlife
Anthemis carpatica ‘Snow Carpet’ can have problems with aphids, slugs and snails, it can be vulnerable to certain diseases such as powdery mildews.