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Parlin's Pussytoes

Antennaria parlinii (Parlin's Pussytoes)

Category: Perennial • Pussytoes

Discover Parlin's Pussytoes, a drought-tolerant ground cover perfect for rock gardens and borders.

Mature Height: 6-12 inches
Mature Width: 12-18 inches
Bloom Color: White
Bloom Time: Spring to early summer
Light: Sun
Zone: Zones 3-7
Maintenance: Low
Growth Rate: Slow
Season of Interest: Spring
Foliage: Deciduous
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Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Parlin's Pussytoes is a low-growing perennial plant known for its soft, fuzzy leaves and small, white flower clusters. It typically thrives in dry, sandy soils and is often found in open fields and meadows.

Ideal Conditions

Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Tolerates dry conditions once established.

Soil Preferences

Requires well-drained soil with low to moderate moisture. Adaptable to various soil types but prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

ground coverrock gardenborder

Special Features

Attractive foliagedrought-tolerantlow maintenance

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides habitat for small wildlife.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant

Notes from Our Designer

Great for naturalizing and attracting pollinators. Works well in dry, rocky areas.

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