Dusty Miller

Dusty Miller is a tough, eye-catching foliage plant with soft, silvery-white leaves that bring contrast, texture, and year-round interest to flower beds and containers.
Plant Type
Perennial
Light Requirement
Full sun
Max Height
2 feet
Max Spread
2 feet

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Known for its velvety, silver-gray foliage, Dusty Miller adds a cool, elegant touch to bright garden displays. Its finely cut or lobed leaves provide a soft, almost frosted appearance that complements vibrant blooms like petunias, salvia, and marigolds. While often grown as an annual, it can be a short-lived perennial in warmer climates. Dusty Miller thrives in full sun and dry, well-drained soil, tolerating heat and drought with ease. It’s valued not just for its color, but for its texture and ability to unify a mixed planting.

This section shows how the plant will fit into your yard and into your life.

Seasonal Interest:

Foliage provides year-round appeal; typically grown as an annual

Landscape Uses:

Borders, mass plantings, containers, edging, color contrast

Allergy Considerations:

Low pollen allergen

Kid/Pet Safety:

Mildly toxic if ingested in large amounts; best planted out of reach

Mess Factor:

Low; minimal leaf drop, but may need trimming to prevent flopping

Maintenance Level:

Low; trim leggy growth to maintain shape

This section covers practical care information for homeowners.

Water Needs:

Low to moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings

Soil Tolerance:

Well-drained, sandy or loamy soils; avoid heavy, wet conditions

Drought Tolerance:

High; thrives in dry conditions once established

Deer Resistance:

High; rarely browsed by deer

Pest/Disease Resistance:

Good; occasionally susceptible to root rot in soggy soils

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