Oreomyrrhis argentea
Silver Caraway
- Perennial
- 20 cm high
- Light-coloured flowers
- Distinctive powdery foliage
- Valuable foliage plant
Garden use
Use
Ornamental value and special features
Growth
Care
Planting density
Plant about 8 - 12 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 15 - 20 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | July - August |
| Flower colour | White, Pink |
| Leaf colour | Grey |
| Growth habit | Rosette |
| Growth rate | Medium |
| Hardiness | down to about -10°C |
Site conditions
| Light | Full sun, Sunny |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Dry, Winter dry |
| Soil | Highly permeable, Pervious |
| Soil fertility | None to little |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Oreomyrrhis argentea |
|---|---|
| Genus | Oreomyrrhis |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Common names | EN: Silver Caraway |
