Cerastium gibraltaricum
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Cerastium gibraltaricum

Tier 2 Difficulty: medium Water: low Light: full_sun
Temperature
5–35 °C
Soil pH
6–8
Hardiness
Zone 4–9
Click count
15
Observations
22

Care Guide

💧 Water

Cerastium gibraltaricum thrives in rocky, dry soils, demonstrating strong drought tolerance. It benefits from occasional watering, ideally once a week. Best suited for outdoor growth, it can withstand fluctuating temperatures, which affect its water needs.

☀️ Light Full sun

Cerastium gibraltaricum is a perennial herbaceous plant that prefers sunny sites and comes from open habitats, frequently growing in meadows and grasslands. It favors full sun exposure but can endure partial sun conditions.

Ideal: Full sun
🌡️ Temperature 5–35°C

Cerastium gibraltaricum can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, but its distribution may still be restricted by different combinations of moisture and heat. It performs best in warm summer climates with sufficient rainfall or watering. Extended periods of cloudy, rainy weather, as well as prolonged high temperatures, can increase the chance of Cerastium gibraltaricum dying. In winter, adequate protection from cold can enhance the plant's survival rate.

Ideal temperature: 5–35°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 6-8
Soil pH: 6-8
🌱 Fertilizer

The best time to fertilize Cerastium gibraltaricum is in early spring, as it breaks dormancy and begins active growth. Fertilization supplies essential nutrients for healthy development. Although Cerastium gibraltaricum requires relatively little feeding, an annual application can improve its survival and encourage better, longer-lasting flowers.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning

Cerastium gibraltaricum is known for its silvery foliage and delicate white flowers. To keep it healthy and looking its best, prune it from early to late spring. Focus on removing dead stems and lightly trimming the plant after it blooms to improve its health and shape. Avoid heavy pruning, as this can damage its delicate structure. Instead, gentle maintenance will promote both vigor and aesthetic appeal.

🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Cerastium
Family
Caryophyllaceae
Hardiness Zone
4-9
Mature Height
10 cm to 15 cm
Mature Spread
30 cm to 61 cm
Leaf Color
Silver, Light Gray
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
White
Flower Size
1.52 cm to 2.03 cm
Bloom Time
Mid spring, Late spring, Early summer
Planting Time
Spring, Autumn
Harvest Time
Summer
Native Area
Italy, Spain, Algeria, Morocco, France

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