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Key characteristics

Family: Asteraceae
Height: 8 to 15 inches
Width: 10 to 18 inches
Flower color: Small yellow daisy like flowers
Foliage color: Deeply cut silvery white felted leaves forming a compact mound
Bloom time: Summer
Light: Full sun
Water: Low to moderate moisture
Maintenance: Low; pinch or remove flower stems to maintain compact foliage and prevent legginess
Growing zone: USDA zones 8 to 10
Wildlife: Not noted for attracting wildlife

Perennials

Senecio cineraria 'Silverdust'

Silverdust Dusty Miller

Senecio cineraria 'Silverdust' forms finely cut foliage in soft silver white, each leaf deeply lobed and coated with a feltlike layer of hairs that gives the plant a cool, velvety appearance. The intricate leaves create a delicate, lace like mound through the growing season. In summer, slender stems may produce clusters of small yellow daisy like flowers held just above the foliage.

The species originates from the Mediterranean region, particularly coastal areas of southern Europe and northern Africa.

Light

Full sun

Water

Low to moderate moisture

Bloom time

Summer

Find this plant

Works well in

Borders
Sun Gardens
Waterwise Gardens
Containers

Companion plants

Shasta daisies · Asters · Catmint · Coreopsis · Bearded irises · Bee balm

Design tip

The long summer show pairs well with plants that peak earlier, keeping one area interesting for months. In full sun it holds its shape best, and grouping several together keeps the color strong enough to be seen from across the garden.

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