Pseudognaphalium californicum

Also Known As

Gnaphalium californicum
California Everlasting

Plant type

perennial, annual / biennial

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

9a-11

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Pseudognaphalium californicum plant details

Pseudognaphalium californicum is a broadleaf semi-evergreen annual / biennial or perennial with blue foliage. In fall, spring and summer white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in clay, gritty and rocky soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pseudognaphalium californicum

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen blue
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pseudognaphalium californicum

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low

Soil needs: clay, gritty and rocky

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A biennial or short-lived perennial about 2' tall. A pioneer plant that helps to prepare a site and aid in the establishment of longer-lived plants in the native landscape. The green foliage has a cumin-like fragrance; creamy-white flowers summer to fall are used in dried and fresh flower arrangements. Attractive companion plants: Sagebrush, Coyote brush, and Buckwheat. Well suited for an informal, cottage style garden. The American Painted Lady Butterfly uses this plant as food for its larvae. Native to California and is also found elsewhere in North America and beyond. The American Painted Lady Butterfly uses this plant as food for its larvae. Used to treat coughs. Found in dry, open or wooded hills. Communitites located in Yellow Pine Forest, Mixed Evergreen Forest, Foothill Woodland, Chaparral. Between 0 and 5,906 feet.