Spyridium parvifolium

(Dusty Miller)

Ladies and Gentleman may I introduce to you... Dusty Miller. Doesn't it sound like a Country 'n Western singer? This plant is probably more commonly known by its botanical name, Spyridium, than by its common name!

The appeal of this small shrub is the way its small, white flowers are surrounded by a halo of silvery foliage. This makes the plant appear to flower for much longer than just July to Nov, when the actual flowers are in bloom.

The pretty, dark green leaves look best if the shrub is grown with some protection from the hot sun. It is found naturally in the understory of open forests of NSW, Vic, Tas & SA. It will tolerate quite dry, and even coastal conditions.

Dusty Miller attracts insects and so, insect-eating birds to your garden. To find out if Spyridium parvifolium is indigenous to your local area, ask at a nursery or find out from the council.

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