Cineraria Silver Dust 14cm Pot

Cineraria Silver Dust 14cm Pot

Cineraria ‘Silver Dust’ is a compact, decorative foliage plant best known for its striking silvery-white, deeply lobed leaves that add contrast and texture to garden beds and containers. Often used as a border accent or foliage filler, it provides a bright, cooling effect in mixed plantings. While it may produce small yellow daisy-like flowers, it is primarily grown for its ornamental silver foliage.

Growth Habit: Compact, bushy perennial (often grown as annual)
Foliage: Soft, finely cut silvery-white leaves
Flowers: Small yellow daisy-like flowers (usually removed to promote foliage)
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Watering: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established
Soil: Well-draining soil; thrives in poorer soils as well
Wildlife: Minimal pollinator value (mostly ornamental foliage plant)
Uses: Borders, edging, mass planting, containers, contrast planting, formal gardens