Antennaria parvifolia Pussytoes 'Coal creek'

USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–9

Light: Full sun

Mature Size: 1–4" tall | slowly spreading

Attracts: Butterflies and pollinators

Bloom Time: Spring

Water Needs: Low once established; drought tolerant

Soil: Lean, sandy, or rocky well-drained soils

Growth Habit: Low-growing, mat-forming perennial herb

Flowers: Small flower heads in soft cream to purplish tones held on short stems above gray woolly foliage

Ideal For: Rock gardens, groundcover, native plant gardens, dry open landscapes, low-water plantings

Evergreen: Semi-evergreen in mild climates

Why We Love It:
This tough native perennial forms dense silvery mats that blend beautifully into naturalistic and water-wise landscapes. Its soft woolly foliage adds subtle texture throughout the season, while the understated spring flowers provide gentle color and pollinator value without overpowering nearby plants. Exceptionally drought tolerant and easy to grow, it thrives in lean soils and dry open spaces where many traditional groundcovers struggle.

Additional Info:
A valuable native plant for xeric and habitat-style gardens, attracting butterflies and beneficial pollinators. Very similar in appearance and habit to low pussytoes, with a slow-spreading, low-maintenance growth habit. Best planted in sharply drained soils with full sun and minimal supplemental water once established.