Species Fries' Pussytoes
off-white flowers with yellow stamens, green leaves and beige stems

Fries' Pussytoes

Antennaria friesiana subsp. friesiana

Fries' Pussytoes (Antennaria friesiana subsp. friesiana) is a low-growing perennial native to the Rocky Mountains and Pacific Northwest of North America. It thrives in moist, well-drained soils and in full sun to partial shade. This clump-forming plant has densely packed, linear, gray-green leaves that often develop bright red tips in winter. Its charming, daisy-like flowers emerge in late spring and range in color from creamy white to soft pink. Fries' Pussytoes will bring lasting beauty to the garden, providing year-round color and texture.

Watering:

Minimal

Propagation:

Division,Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,gray,gray

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Easy

watering

Fries' Pussytoes does not require much water, but watering once or twice a month during the growing season is recommended. The best time to water is in the morning, when temperatures are cooler and the sun is not shining directly on the plant. Water the plant until the soil is moist but not soggy. In drier climates, additional watering may be needed. During the winter, water less often, as the plant may not require additional water if the soil is already moist.

sunlight

Fries' Pussytoes generally grows best in full sun, although it can tolerate some light shade. This plant species enjoys at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day, with a maximum of 8–10 hours. Depending on the season, ideal times of day for this much sun exposure range from around 8am – 6pm, or 9am– 5pm, accounting for the changing position of the sun throughout the year. Ideal conditions should simulate full sun, with a few hours of dappled shade during the midday in summer.

pruning

Fries' Pussytoes should be pruned in the late spring or early summer, removing any dead or diseased stems at the base of the plant. Prune any stems that are long and flowering, as these may be displacing the new growth. For best results, prune the plant lightly and only take off the more unruly stems. Monitor the plant and prune it again if you deem it necessary.