Senecio cineraria

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Dusty Miller

 
Plant photo of: Senecio cineraria
Information by:         Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

The Dusty Miller exhibits growth to 1' or more, with velvet grey leaves that have broad, roundish lobes. Yellow flowers heads appear through the middle of the plant during most months of the year. Head back occasionally to encourage bushiness.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Yellow

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Grey, White

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Brown

 

Fruit Season

Intermittent

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.