Dusty Miller
Senecio cineraria
Native to the Mediterranean
Plant Type: Annual
Color: Green/Silvery Grey
Sun: Full Sun
Height: 8-18"
Spread: 9-12"
Deer Resistance: This plant is supposed to be resistant to deer due to its texture, but in some areas where deer have had to adapt to a more rural setting, it’s possible the plant will be disturbed. If deer are a problem in your area, try mixing plants in an English-garden style where plants that are highly deer resistant are growing along side those that are less resistant to deer and other wildlife.
Pollinators: Bees and other pollinators are attracted to flowering dusty miller.
Drought Tolerant: Yes
Cut & Come Again: Dusty miller takes a little longer to regenerate, but if it is pruned or harvested for the vase, it will replenish if watered and fertilized regularly.
Other Comments: Dusty miller is a really beautiful addition to any arrangement. It is often considered a tender perennial, so if it’s moved inside or undercover in the winter, it can survive and thrive the following year.