Perennial – Dusty Miller

Dusty Miller

Botanical name: Jacobaea maritima

Beginner friendly?: yes 

Average size at maturity: up to 1.5 ft in height and in spread 

Bloom time: spring and summer 

Hardy zone: 6-9 

Flower color: yellow 

Foliage color: gray/silver 

Growth rate: can reach fully mature size in 1-2 growing seasons 

Pruning instructions: prune/deadhead as needed year-round 

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings in the spring or summer 

Landscape use: borders, container plants 

Light needs: at least 6 hours of sun per day 

Special features: drought tolerant, fuzzy texture, deer resistant 

Watering instructions: water when the top 1-2 inches have dried out 

Fertilizing instructions : use a liquid fertilizer once a month throughout the spring and summer months 

Best time to plant: spring 

Best type of soil: clay or loam 

Companion plants: petunia, zinnias, marigold, pansies 

Toxicity level: toxic for humans and pets if ingested 

Invasive species: no