Cat’s Ears. A mat-forming alpine with grey-green leaves, white-hairy beneath. Clusters of light pink flowers from late spring to early summer. Max Height 8cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Antennaria dioica ‘Minima’
A mat-forming alpine with grey-green leaves, white-hairy beneath. Clusters of light pink flowers from late spring to early summer.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
| Generic | Antennaria |
|---|---|
| Species | dioica |
| Varietry | 'Minima' |
| Common Name | Cat's Ears |
| Flower Colour | red, pink |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 8cm |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Mat-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | grey, green |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Rock garden |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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