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Antennaria dioica 'Minima'

Family Compositae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   2a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 2 - 5 cm (1 - 2 in)
Spread 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Antennaria dioica 'Minima' (dwarf pussy-toes) bears light pink flowers during late spring to early summer. The foliage is light grey in colour and evergreen.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, container and ground cover.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer, and it is tolerant of drought and light foot traffic.