Peter Cottontail Sneezewort is a low-mounding herbaceous perennial with aromatic dark green foliage. Small, cotton ball-like ivory flowers bloom in large clusters from summer into early fall. An excellent cut flower that retains color when dried. Prefers full sun and dry to average well-drained soils. Tolerant of light shade, rabbit, and deer.
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Origins: |
Europe and West Asia |
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Height: |
1.5' - 2' |
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Spread: |
2' - 2.5' |
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Spacing: |
2.5' |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
3 - 8 |
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Bloom Color: |
White |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance. Does poorly in rich, moist, or heavy clay soils. No serious pests or diseases.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Naturalized Areas, Wildlife Gardens, Rock Gardens, Xeriscape, Cutting Gardens, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Rosemary, Dwarf Fountain Grass
IMAGES: Patrick Standish, Achillea ptarmica, (2) Photo by Proven Winners, 'Peter Cottontail' Sneezewort
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
