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Calocephalus Silver Nugget

Dwarf Cushion Bush

Calocephalus “Silver Nugget” is an unusual yet impressive, small shrub. It features silver-grey, scale like leaves held densely. The foliage becomes adored with small, yellow flowers in summer. It typically grows as a tight mound to about 1 m tall and the same wide, performing best when planted in full sun on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of moderate frost, cool climates, coastal environments, and some wind. “Silver Nugget” is commonly included in a mixed or border planting, used to line an entranceway, planted around outdoor living areas such as pools and the like, maintained in a container, used in Mediterranean themed gardens, or planted anywhere this unusual looking plant can be appreciated.

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Calocephalus Silver Nugget (Dwarf Cushion Bush) is currently unavailable.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:1.00 m
Spread:1.00 m
Flowering time:Summer
Tolerances:Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses:Borders, Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles:Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asDwarf Cushion Bush
Sku14474

Calocephalus Silver Nugget Details

Calocephalus “Silver Nugget” is an unusual yet impressive, small shrub. It features silver-grey, scale like leaves held densely. The foliage becomes adored with small, yellow flowers in summer. It typically grows as a tight mound to about 1 m tall and the same wide, performing best when planted in full sun on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of moderate frost, cool climates, coastal environments, and some wind. “Silver Nugget” is commonly included in a mixed or border planting, used to line an entranceway, planted around outdoor living areas such as pools and the like, maintained in a container, used in Mediterranean themed gardens, or planted anywhere this unusual looking plant can be appreciated.

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