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Botanical Name: Anaphalis
Common Name: Pearly Everlasting
Hardiness: Zone 2 - 8
Exposure: Full Sun/Partial Shade
Bloom Time: Summer
Flower Colours: Creamy-White
Foliage: Gray-Green
Height: 18 - 24 inches
Spread: 15 - 20 inches
Soil Type: Light
Moisture: Well Drained
Care Level:
Anaphalis margaritacea

General Description:
The clusters of papery white flowerheads resemble some achilleas. Useful for cut flowers. The foliage and flowers are as decorative when dried as when fresh.

Care and Maintenance:
Plant in light, gritty, well drained soil in full sun. They do not like being wet, but when actively growing should not be allowed to dry out completely. Prune back hard for winter.

Uses & Features:
Front/Mid Border
Dried Flowers
Woodland gardens
Varieties Available:
Anaphalis margaritacea