Overview

Antennaria plantaginifolia is a matforming alpine rockery in the genus Antennaria, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Antennaria plantaginifolia 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 plantaginifolia, commonly known as dog's toes, is a matforming alpine rockery plant within the Antennaria genus. These low-growing perennials are evergreen and produce small, persistent flowers on upright stems during spring and summer. Suitable for full sun and a variety of soil types including chalk, loam, and sand, it thrives in well-drained, fertile, moist soils. Hardy to UK zone H5, it can be used effectively in gravel gardens, rock gardens, or containers, and is best propagated by division in spring.

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 plantaginifolia 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 plantaginifolia

Propagation

Propagate by division in spring

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions