Cat’s Ears. A mat-forming alpine with grey-green leaves, white-hairy beneath. Clusters of reddish pink flowers from late spring to early summer. Max Height 10cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Antennaria dioica ‘Rubra’
A mat-forming alpine with grey-green leaves, white-hairy beneath. Clusters of reddish pink flowers from late spring to early summer.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
Generic | Antennaria |
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Species | dioica |
Varietry | 'Rubra' |
Common Name | Cat's Ears |
Flower Colour | red, pink |
Soil | |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
Height | 10cm |
Family | Asteraceae |
Spread | 45cm |
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 | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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