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Herbaceous Perennial
Anaphalis margaritacea
pearly everlasting
A perennial valued for its mounds of silver foliage, compact nature and clusters of white, yellow-centred, papery flowers that appear in late summer. Reaches a height of around 50cm
Other common names
American cudweedcottonweed
see moreIndian posy
lady-never-fade
lady's tobacco
life everlasting
moonshine
none-so-pretty
pearl cudweed
poverty weed
silver buttons
silverleaf
Synonyms
Antennaria margaritaceaprev
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.5–1 metresGrowing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Grey Silver | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | White | Grey Silver | ||
Autumn | White | Grey Silver | ||
Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Anaphalis are perennials, mostly white-hairy, with narrow leaves and clusters of small, papery white everlasting flowers
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- N America Asia Europe
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in a sunny spot in moist but well-draining soil
Propagation
Propagate by division or propagate by seed
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Cut down in winter
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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