Overview
Antennaria dimorpha is a matforming alpine rockery in the genus Antennaria, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Antennaria dimorpha grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include gravel garden, patio and container plants and rock garden.
About
Antennaria dimorpha is a North American species of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae known by the common names low pussytoes or gray cushion pussytoes. It is native to western Canada (British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan) and the western United States as far south as Riverside County in California and Rio Arriba County in New Mexico. It is generally found in dry areas. There are historical records of the species formerly occurring in northwestern Nebraska, but these populations appear now to be gone. Grow it in full sun and most soil types. In UK gardens it is hardy in most of the UK (RHS H5). It works well for gravel garden, patio and container plants and rock garden. It tolerates soil of any pH, well-drained conditions and south-facing, east-facing, north-facing and west-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.
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About the genus
Antennaria is a genus of dioecious perennial herbs in the family Asteraceae, native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, with a few species in temperate southern South America; the highest species diversity is in North America. Common names include catsfoot or cat's-foot, pussytoes and everlasting.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Antennaria
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, North-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Antennaria dimorpha size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Antennaria dimorpha
- Propagation
- Propagate by division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Antennaria dimorpha?
Antennaria dimorpha prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Antennaria dimorpha need?
Antennaria dimorpha is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Antennaria dimorpha hardy in the UK?
Antennaria dimorpha has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Antennaria dimorpha?
Propagate by division in spring.