Host plant to the American Lady butterfly. Pretty silver-gray stems and foliage topped by clusters of papery white flowers with yellow button centers. Great for rock gardens and slopes.
Native range: Throughout most of North America except the southeastern states
Size: 1–3 feet tall, spreading to form colonies via rhizomes
Growing conditions: Full sun to part shade; dry to average soill; tolerates poor, sandy, or gravelly soils; drought tolerant once established
Bloom period: July–October
Wildlife value: Important larval host for the American Lady butterfly; attracts bees, beneficial insects, and other pollinators
Garden benefits: Beautiful silvery foliage all season; excellent fresh or dried cut flower; low maintenance; thrives where other plants struggle
Host plant to the American Lady butterfly. Pretty silver-gray stems and foliage topped by clusters of papery white flowers with yellow button centers. Great for rock gardens and slopes.
Native range: Throughout most of North America except the southeastern states
Size: 1–3 feet tall, spreading to form colonies via rhizomes
Growing conditions: Full sun to part shade; dry to average soill; tolerates poor, sandy, or gravelly soils; drought tolerant once established
Bloom period: July–October
Wildlife value: Important larval host for the American Lady butterfly; attracts bees, beneficial insects, and other pollinators
Garden benefits: Beautiful silvery foliage all season; excellent fresh or dried cut flower; low maintenance; thrives where other plants struggle