pearly everlasting
Anaphalis margaritacea
USDA zones2 to 7
SunHandles full sun to partial shade
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
Size1 to 3 feet tall12 to 24 inches wide
- Habit
- Herb
- Bloom season
- Summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- White , yellow
- Foliage color
- Green
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
Pearly everlasting (Anaphalis margaritacea) is a perennial for borders, rock gardens, and meadows. It is hardy to USDA zone 2, or down to -50°F (-46°C). This plant likes full sun to part shade and dry to moist, sandy, loamy, or chalky soil. Its papery white flowers last a long time and work well in dried arrangements. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice. It spreads slowly by rhizomes, so give it room.
Pairs well with Snowflake moss phlox, Red fescue, and Shrubby cinquefoil.
Native range
Asia and North America.