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Silvermound is an attractive, quick spreading groundcover that grows best in rock gardens in poor soils. A drought resistant plant, silvermound cannot handle overwatering, so well-drained, dry to slightly moist soils are preferable. Additionally, rabbits have a penchant for silvermound and will eat it bare if the plant is not protected. Despite such considerations, silvermound is low maintenance and an excellent groundcover that fits well into any garden scheme. If you are looking for a plant that will reward you each year with beautiful foliage, silvermound is a welcome addition to your Iowa garden.

Please note that the Zones listed above are USDA Hardiness Zones and are only given as a rough indication of whether a plant will grow and thrive in your area. Temperature variations and unusual weather conditions can affect plant survival. To assist plant survival during the winter, you may wish to place mulch over the areas in question or plant the flowers in an area away from walls or cement. Additionally, digging up bulbs and roots to overwinter indoors may be preferrable to keeping them in the ground.