Cerastium velutinum, commonly known as Large Field Chickweed, is a perennial herb native to open woodlands and meadows, primarily found in the Central and Eastern USA. It is a low-growing plant, typically reaching heights of 0.5-1 feet (0.2-0.3 meters) with a similar width of about 0.5 feet (0.2 meters). This species forms a mat-like ground cover with lance-shaped leaves and bears clusters of showy white flowers during the spring and summer months.

Large Field Chickweed is valued for its ability to fill in garden spaces as a ground cover and for its ease of maintenance. It is often used in rock gardens, borders, and naturalized areas. The plant thrives in a variety of conditions but prefers full sun to part shade and well-drained soils. It is drought-tolerant once established, making it suitable for xeriscaping. While generally disease-free, it can occasionally suffer from rust or leaf spot. It is also important to manage its spread, as it can become invasive in some areas, outcompeting native flora.CC BY-SA 4.0