Edelweiss

Starlike silvery white flowers bloom above grayish-green lance-shaped foliage. Flowers are surrounded by thick, woolly bracts that form a star shape. Unique plant for the rock garden or alpine collection. Attractive at garden's edge.

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Plant Details

Common name

Edelweiss
Botanical name

Leontopodium alpinum
Variety

Mont Blanc
Zone

USDA Zone 4 (-30°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).
Light

Sun
Height

6" (15 cm)
Habit

Upright
Feed

Use all-purpose
Water

Weekly during dry spells
Bloom Time

Spring
Maintenance

Divide every 3 to 5 years

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Susan L.'s collection

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