About
Pterocephalus depressus is a compact, mat-forming perennial or subshrub producing the characteristic deeply lobed leaves and scabious-like, pink to mauve flowers with attractive, papery seedheads of the genus. A rewarding alpine for a sunny, well-drained rock garden.
About the genus
Pterocephalus are annuals, perennials or evergreen shrubs with simple or deeply lobed leaves and scabious-like, pink or mauve flowers followed by attractive, papery seedheads. Grown in sunny, well-drained positions.
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant after last frost in fertile soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly.
PropagationGrow from seed in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.