ANAPHALIS MARGARITACEA / PEARLY EVERLASTING

ANAPHALIS MARGARITACEA / PEARLY EVERLASTING

A Resilient Native Perennial with Silvery Foliage and Long-Lasting Blooms

Anaphalis margaritacea, commonly known as Pearly Everlasting, is a hardy native perennial admired for its soft, silvery-gray foliage and clusters of small white, papery flowers with yellow centers. Blooming from mid to late summer, the flowers retain their color and shape when dried, making this plant a favorite for everlasting arrangements. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soils and is well suited to naturalized areas, pollinator gardens, and low-maintenance landscapes.

Why Choose Pearly Everlasting?

Native & Pollinator Friendly: Supports bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.
Excellent Cut & Dried Flower: Flowers maintain their form and color long after cutting.
Drought Tolerant: Performs well in dry, well-drained soils once established.
Low Maintenance: Easy to grow and dependable in a variety of conditions.

Key Features:

Foliage Color: Silvery-gray, softly textured leaves.
Flower Color: White, papery flowers with yellow centers in mid to late summer.
Height and Spread: Typically grows 1–3 feet tall and spreads 1–2 feet wide.
Hardiness: Hardy to USDA Zones 3–8.
Sunlight: Prefers full sun.
Soil Requirements: Well-drained, sandy or gravelly soils; tolerates poor sites.

Specifications:

Plant Size: 1–3 feet tall, 1–2 feet wide.
Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming perennial with spreading tendencies.
Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–8.
Flowering: Blooms from mid to late summer.

Ideal Uses:

Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and butterflies throughout the summer.
Naturalized & Meadow Plantings: Excellent for native and informal landscapes.
Cut & Dried Flower Gardens: Perfect for fresh and everlasting arrangements.
Low-Water Landscapes: Suitable for drought-tolerant and low-maintenance gardens.

Pearly Everlasting is a versatile native perennial offering soft texture, long-lasting blooms, and ecological value. Its silvery foliage and enduring flowers make it a standout choice for both ornamental and functional garden spaces.