Cineraria

Dusty Miller are an easy to grow perennial. Dusty Miller is grown for it's silvery-gray, fern-like foliage. Dusty Miller makes terrific border and edging plants, offering a striking contrast to the colorful flowers and green colors of your lawn and garden.

LIGHTING REQUIREMENTS: USDA hardiness zones: 4

CARE INSTRUCTIONS WATER: Water them during dry periods, once or twice per week.

FERTILIZER: Add a general purpose fertilizer once or twice a month.

FLOWERING: If allowed, the plants will produce flowers. Some gardeners pinch off the buds, as they are growing these plants strictly for the attractive foliage.

SOIL: Rich, well drained soil is needed.

DISEASE: Dusty Miller are resistant to insects and disease. If insect or disease problems occur, treat early with organic or chemical insect repellents and fungicide.