Anaphalis margaritacea, Pearly Everlasting Size:1.16 qt Shorter in stature at 14

Shorter in stature at 14 inches tall and spreading

irrepressible floral display on six-inch stalks

Stunning when paired with purples and blues

The inky darkness of the flowers and stems is very striking

sweet flowers

Anaphalis margaritacea, Pearly Everlasting Size:1.16 qt Shorter in stature at 14Clusters of small, papery orbs with yellow centers bloom through midsummer above silvery gray, soft narrow leaves. It clumps but also spreads by stolons to naturalize where conditions are advantageous. In most wildflower gardens something is needed for contrast and substance. This would be it! But do make certain its bed is well draining. Before the small blooms open to reveal their yellow centers they resemble luminous pearls. If cut for a vase at