Senecio Angel Wings

Also known as shining-white ragwort, this is a beautiful foliage plant for a dry, sunny spot, as it is drought-tolerant once established. Senecio candicans Angel Wings is a small, rather short-lived, clump-forming, evergreen perennial with large, rounded, velvety, silver leaves. In summer, the plant bears flat clusters of golden-yellow flowers. The downy texture of the leaves makes it ideal for a sensory garden. Senecio Angel Wings is borderline hardy, and will need frost protection in all but the mildest areas, but it can be grown in very free-draining compost in a pot and taken under cover for the winter.

Site: Tolerates exposure, including coastal exposure
Soil: Any moderately fertile, well-drained soil
Position: Full sun
Season of interest: All year
Hardiness: Borderline hardy
Height: 16 (40cm) Spread: 16 (40cm)

Soft velvety, stark white leaves are a dramatic addition to hanging baskets, container planters and sunny sheltered garden spots.