Perennial
Field Chickweed
Cerastium arvense
$7.00
About this plant
Cerastium arvense
Type: Perennial · Family: Caryophyllaceae · Native Region: Pacific Northwest
Field Chickweed (AKA Mouse Ears) is a hardy, drought tolerant ground cover and a true Bloomsday team favorite. Mat forming, long blooming, and tough as nails, this fast growing habitat builder is well at home in xeric rock gardens, hellstrips, and living roofs. Field Chickweed is even more prolific (possibly more than is welcome) in part share with medium moisture, making them excellent ground covers in woodland edges. The dainty herbaceous leaves are also edible, with a neutral green flavor ideal for garden salads.
Growing Conditions
- Sun: Sun to Part Shade
- Water: Dry to Medium
- Soil: Well drained, Rocky, Clay
- Bloom Time: April - August
- Bloom Color: White
- Mature Size: 1–1 ft tall, 1–1 ft wide
Attributes
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
- Edible
- Portland Approved Plant List
Landscape Use
Mixed Shrub Border, Xeriscape, Food Forest, Rock Garden, Pollinator Garden, Erosion Control