Description

A striking and versatile evergreen perennial, Silverleaf is best known for its soft, silvery-grey foliage that adds texture and contrast to any planting scheme. Its finely cut, velvety leaves create an elegant display year-round, while small yellow flowers appear in summer. Perfect for borders, containers, and coastal gardens, Silverleaf pairs beautifully with lavender, salvias, and ornamental grasses for a modern, drought-tolerant look.

 

Plants supplied in a grower’s pot.

 

Key Features & Care:

• Mature Height: 30-60cm (can be kept lower with pruning)


• Mature Spread: 30-60cm


• Flower Colour: Pale yellow (small and understated)


• Flowering Period: Summer


• Foliage: Evergreen in mild winters, semi-evergreen in colder climates


• Fragrant: No


• Growth Rate: Moderate


• Hardiness: Hardy in most UK gardens, tolerates coastal and urban conditions


• Position: Full sun to partial shade


• Soil Moisture: Well-drained, drought-tolerant once established


• Soil pH: Neutral to alkaline


• Soil Type: Sandy, loamy, or rocky soil


• Wildlife Friendly: Provides habitat for beneficial insects

 

Perfect For:

• Urban gardens and patios – Ideal for pots and small spaces


• Coastal gardens – Tolerates salt and wind exposure


• Mediterranean-style planting – Works well with herbs and grasses


• Low-maintenance gardening – Thrives in poor soil with little care

 

How to Grow:

Plant in well-draining soil in a sunny position for the best foliage colour. Water sparingly, as Silverleaf prefers dry conditions once established. Light pruning in early spring will encourage a neat, compact shape.

 

Please note: Images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may look different.