Snow-in-Summer 'Yo Yo' (Cerastium tomentosum 'Yo Yo')

Cerastium tomentosum 'Yo Yo' is a cultivar of the Cerastium tomentosum plant, commonly known as snow-in-summer or woolly chickweed. It is a low-growing, herbaceous perennial that typically reaches heights of 6-8 inches (15-20 cm) and spreads 12-18 inches (30-45 cm) wide.

'Yo Yo' is a cultivar that has attractive, silvery-gray foliage that is woolly in texture. It produces masses of small, white, star-shaped flowers that appear in early to mid-summer, giving it a snowy appearance. It is a popular choice for use in rock gardens, as a ground cover, or as a border plant. It is drought-tolerant and prefers well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.

Cerastium tomentosum 'Yo Yo' is a low-maintenance plant that is relatively easy to care for. Here are some tips on how to care for this plant:

1. Light: Cerastium tomentosum 'Yo Yo' prefers full sun to partial shade. It will grow in shade, but it may not produce as many flowers.

2. Soil: This plant prefers well-draining soil. It can tolerate dry soil conditions, but it does not do well in wet soil.

3. Watering: Once established, Cerastium tomentosum 'Yo Yo' is drought-tolerant and does not require much watering. However, during periods of extreme drought, it may need some supplemental watering.

4. Fertilizer: This plant does not require regular fertilization. If you want to fertilize it, do so sparingly with a balanced fertilizer.

5. Pruning: Cerastium tomentosum 'Yo Yo' benefits from occasional pruning to remove dead or damaged growth. Pruning can also help to maintain a more compact shape.

6. Propagation: This plant can be propagated by division or from stem cuttings. Division is best done in the spring or fall. Stem cuttings can be taken in the summer.