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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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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

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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