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Dusty Miller, Silver Groundsel

 
Plant photo of: Olea europaea
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

The Dusty Miller exhibits growth to 1' or more, with velvet gray leaves that have broad, roundish lobes. Yellow flower heads appear through the middle of the plant during most months of the year. Cut heads back occasionally to encourage bushiness.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Design Styles

Desert, Englishcottage, Mediterranean, Rockery, Spanish

 

Accenting Features

Showyflower, Unusualfoliage

 

Seasonal Interest

Summer

 

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Foundation, Withrocks

 

Special Uses

Container, Filler, Massplanting

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

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