
Dusty Miller 'Silver Bullet'
Artemisia x Silver Bullet Proven Winners
Experience the cool elegance of Dusty Miller 'Silver Bullet', a proven winner for luminous foliage and effortless garden charm.
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About this plant
Dusty Miller 'Silver Bullet' (Artemisia x 'Silver Bullet') is an exceptional annual known for its distinctive, finely textured silver-white foliage. This Proven Winners selection offers a more compact and consistently branched habit than traditional varieties, making it ideal for filling in beds, borders, and containers with a soft, ethereal glow. Its velvety leaves beautifully contrast with vibrant flowering plants, adding sophistication and visual interest throughout the growing season. Remarkably drought-tolerant once established, 'Silver Bullet' thrives in full sun, maintaining its striking color even in the heat of summer. It requires minimal maintenance, making it a perfect choice for busy gardeners seeking high impact with little effort. Its unique texture and color also make it a popular choice for cut foliage in floral arrangements, providing a delicate and long-lasting silvery accent. Whether used as a striking specimen, a foundational element in mixed plantings, or a textural groundcover, 'Silver Bullet' brings a touch of refined beauty to any landscape. Its robust performance and captivating appearance cement its status as a garden essential.
Care & maintenance
Easy to grow. Pinch back young plants for bushier growth. Remove any yellowing foliage to maintain its neat appearance. Requires minimal fertilization; an all-purpose slow-release granular fertilizer at planting is generally sufficient.
Quick facts
- Type
- annual
- Mature height
- 8-10 inches
- Mature width
- 10-12 inches
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low to Moderate; once established, tolerates dry conditions well. Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil is dry.
- Growth rate
- Medium