38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh,
Alexandra
Senecio cineraria
Dusty Miller
$15
PB3
Mature height:
30 - 60 cm
Mature width:
30 - 60 cm
A stunning, mounded sub-shrub prized for its deeply lobed, felted, silvery-white, snow-like foliage. Provides an incredible, cool-toned, high-contrast foliage backdrop that lasts all season.
Growing Conditions
Soil
Well-drained, poor, sandy, or gravelly soil.
Sunlight
Full sun is essential for the most intense, white-silver colour.
Flower
Inconspicuous yellow flowers; grown primarily for foliage.
Care & Maintenance
Senecio cineraria is a classic, silver-foliaged plant that provides stunning, consistent, cool-toned contrast in borders.
• Prune firmly in spring to maintain compact shape.
• Plant in sunny, well-draining, and gritty garden soil.
• Very drought-tolerant once established in the ground.
• Hardy against frost and cold Central Otago winds.
Common Uses for
Senecio cineraria
01
Foliage Contrast
Provides an essential, high-impact, silver-grey visual contrast against dark plants.
02
Border Edging
Neat, clump-forming habit is perfect for creating bright, silver path edges.
03
Modern Border
Adds graphic, metallic, high-contrast structural lines to contemporary designs.
04
Container Accent
Packs sunny, high-end patio pots with a bright, structural silver cushion.
Visit Us Today
We’re a local, onsite nursery located in Alexandra.
All plants are selected and purchased in person so you can see quality, size, and suitability before you buy.
38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh, Alexandra
Opening Hours
You’re welcome to visit during our open hours, or arrange a time that suits you by appointment.
August - May:
Tue, Wed, Thu | 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
June - July:
By Appointment Only