Growing Non-GMO Dusty Miller Cirrus Flower Seeds

Cirrus Dusty Miller seeds can be sown directly after the frost, but are most recommended to begin indoors 12-16 weeks prior. Dusty Miller is a popular ornamental variety both indoors and out, but the plant needs full sun to maintain luminous leaf color. Plant 3-4 Cirrus Dusty Miller seeds ¼" deep and 10" apart in average, evenly moist, and well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Tolerant to heat, drought, and poor soil with few known diseases or problems. Do not overwater because plants are known to be susceptible to rust. Plant at the south end of the garden because this type is a dwarfed variety and can easily be shadowed.

Dusty miller is better known for its foliage than its flowers and is extremely low-maintenance. It does not require a lot of fertilization. In the early spring, provide a nourishing boost with a half-strength of slow-release fertilizer if desired. Mixing well-rotted compost into the soil prior to planting works wonderfully in most cases. Cirrus doesn’t require any pruning unless desired. Some of the leaves may yellow or die back; safely clip these back without concern.

Dusty Miller Cirrus in the Flower Garden

Dusty miller is perfect as a ground cover to enhance and highlight larger, blooming flowers. Use Dusty miller to fill in cracks of bare soil and add a soft, silvery texture. Perfect for a border or as filler for your cut flower garden. They have also become popular for use in night flower gardens as their silvery foliage catches the moonlight.

Landscape Use of Dusty Miller Cirrus

Dusty miller makes a wonderful addition to annual beds as a heavy player, a filler, or simply a border. Use them in edging or in displays for decks. They thrive in informal, coastal, city, and cottage gardens. They are commonly used to attractively fill in spaces between bloomers.

About Dusty Miller Cirrus Garden Seeds

Dusty miller is easily deer and rabbit resistant making it perfect for frequented yards. It is not however recommended for human consumption. It can contain harmful substances which may harm your quality of life.

Although they will produce small golden flowers in their second year, they are typically removed before they reach maturity. To grow as perennials, reduce watering and cut back the foliage in late fall.

Senecio cineraria, more commonly known as Dusty Miller or Silver Ragwort, is native to the Mediterranean region, specifically the rocky cliffs and mountainsides of northern Africa’s Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia, but has been naturalized almost globally.

The common name "Dusty Miller" has been confusing for many home gardeners because Senecio cineraria shares the name with Jacobaea maritima and Lychnis coronaria.

Dusty Miller can also be known as Senecio bicolor subsp. Cineraria, Cineraria maritima, Senecio cineraria, Senecio maritimus, Othonna maritima, or Centaurea cineraria . Although some of these names may be taxonomically incorrect.

Stories From Our Gardeners

"Dusty Miller is a nostalgic plant for many gardeners. I’m sure many of us have similar memories of our mothers or grandmothers planting this gentle annual. They always remind me of my mother-in-law’s potted arrangements.”

- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer

Dusty Miller Cirrus Seeds Per Package:

• 25 pelleted Seeds
• 500 pelleted Seeds

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