Overview

Anaphalis cuneifolia is a plant with a bushy habit in the genus Anaphalis, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Anaphalis cuneifolia grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden and flower borders and beds.

About

Anaphalis cuneifolia is a bushy, deciduous cultivar within the Anaphalis genus, part of the Asteraceae family. It thrives in full sun and can be grown in a variety of soil types, including chalk, loam, and sand, with a pH ranging from acid to alkaline and neutral. This hardy plant (H7) is suitable for both exposed and sheltered positions, making it versatile for different garden aspects. It is well suited to cottage and informal gardens, as well as flower borders and beds, and can be propagated by division or seed.

About the genus

Anaphalis is a genus of herbaceous and woody flowering plants within the family Asteraceae, whose members are commonly known by the name pearl or pearly everlasting. There are around 110 species with the vast majority being native to central and southern Asia. There is one species native to North America that is fairly well known and popular in cultivation, namely the western pearly everlasting.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Anaphalis

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Chalk, Loam, Sand

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

South-facing, North-facing, East-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Exposed, Sheltered

UK hardiness

H7

Plant details

Anaphalis cuneifolia size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Bushy

Foliage

Deciduous

Suggested uses

Cottage and informal garden, Flower borders and beds

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Anaphalis cuneifolia

Propagation

Division, Seed

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions