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Antennaria plantaginifolia

Also Known As

Pussytoes

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 8"-18"

planting zones

3a-9b

Antennaria plantaginifolia plant details

Antennaria plantaginifolia is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Antennaria plantaginifolia

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 8 IN - 18 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: edging plant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Antennaria plantaginifolia

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A great groundcover plant for the edge of the shade or woodland garden. Just a few inches tall with silvery white hairy foliage and a multitude of white fluffy flowers.