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Plant Profiles / Dusty miller
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Dusty miller
Jacobaea maritima (formerly Senecio cineraria) · Silver ragwort
Lacy, silver-white foliage that makes bright colours pop in mixed pots.
Full sunLight
WeeklyWater
Very easyCare level
Care at a glance
Light
Full sun
ShadeFull sun
Sun.
Water
Weekly
DryWet
Let dry.
Humidity
Low
LowHigh
Dry.
Temperature
-5–35°C (23–95°F)
CoolWarm
Hardy.
Growth
Moderate
SlowFast
30 cm.
Soil
Free-draining
LeanRich
Potting mix.
Fertiliser
Monthly
RarelyOften
Light.
Pet safety
Toxic
SafeToxic
Alkaloids.
About this plant
From the Mediterranean coast. Handles heat, wind and salt.
Best spots
Mixed pots and coastal balconies.
Plant facts
| Botanical name | Jacobaea maritima (formerly Senecio cineraria) |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Origin | Mediterranean |
| Plant type | Perennial |
| Mature size | 30 cm |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Foliage | Silver lace |
| Toxicity | Toxic to pets |
| Propagation | Cuttings |
Seasonal care calendar
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Active growth
Trim
Active growthTrim
Based on Southern Hemisphere seasons.
Troubleshooting
| Rot | Wet. |
| Leggy | Trim. |
| Flowers | Remove. |
| Green | Shade. |
| Aphids | Hose. |
Common questions
Coastal?
Yes.
Toxic?
Yes.
Pots?
Yes.
Flowers?
Remove.
