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Carlina acaulis ssp. caulescens
Also Known As
- Carlina acaulis var. caulescens
- Weather Thistle
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 12"
- W: 24"
planting zones
- 5a-8b
Carlina acaulis ssp. caulescens plant details
Carlina acaulis ssp. caulescens is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer silver and white flowers emerge. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Carlina acaulis ssp. caulescens
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 24 IN wide, 12 IN tall
- Flowers: silver and white blooms in summer
- Uses: cutting garden, dried-arrangements, rock garden, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Carlina acaulis ssp. caulescens
- USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Resistant to: deer, heat
- Soil needs: gritty, lean and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Very ornamental flower heads look like a spiny, silvery sunflower. Great for dried arrangements and even likes poor soil. 1' tall by 2' wide.
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How to Grow Carlina acaulis ssp. caulescens
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- lean
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- silver
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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