Wild Candytuft (Iberis Amara) is a annual herb in the Brassicaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Iberis amara is an annual flowering plant in the Brassicaceae family, known for its medicinal properties and bitter taste.

Wild Candytuft

Wild Candytuft

Iberis Amara

Iberis amara is an annual flowering plant in the Brassicaceae family, known for its medicinal properties and bitter taste.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-9

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, medicinal, pollinator support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Wild Candytuft

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Brassicaceae
Genus:Iberis