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Anacyclus pyrethrum var. depressus 'Silver Cushion'

Family Compositae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 10 cm (4 in)
Spread 20 - 25 cm (8 - 10 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Anacyclus pyrethrum var. depressus 'Silver Cushion' (mount atlas daisy) bears white flowers during late spring to mid summer. The foliage is greyish green in colour and fine in texture.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, container and edging.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Anacyclus pyrethrum var. depressus 'Silver Cushion' tolerates drought.
Cautions This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.