Common Name
Sweet everlasting
Catfoot
Rabbit tobacco
Plant Form
Herbs
Duration
Annual
Biennial
Max Height (ft)
3.0
Growth Rate
Slow
Region
Coastal
Piedmont
Mountain
Hardiness Zone
5,
6,
7,
8,
9
Additional Info
Usually found in openings, woodlands, coastal dunes, sandy pinelands, roadsides, and disturbed areas. The underside of the leaves, stems and base of bracts of this plant are covered with dense white woolly hairs.
Wildlife Value: This plant supports American Lady larvae. Short-tongued bees, wasps, and flies. Wild turkey and deer browse the foliage.
Flower Color
Cream/White
Flower Prominence
Conspicuous
Fragrant
Yes
Bloom Time
Late Summer
Fall
Light Requirements
Full sun
Partial sun
Moisture Requirements
Moist
Soil Texture
Sandy
Low Maintenance
Yes
Pollinators
Bees
Butterfiles
Recommended for
Beloved Brook's Ruckersville Nursery Inventory
Nursery is open by appointment only. Email them to set up a time. This plant list if from the begging of the 2025 season and may be outdated. If there is something specific that you’re looking for, they recommend you confirm that they have it when you schedule an appointment
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