dusty miller
noun
: any of several plants having ashy-gray or white tomentose leaves
especially
: an herbaceous artemisia (Artemisia stelleriana) with grayish foliage found especially along the eastern coast of the U.S.
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Despite its wintery look, dusty miller does best in hot, full sun, drought conditions—just like marigolds.
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Heather Bien, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 2026
Don’t forget to invite options with striking leaves (such as yellow creeping Jenny, Persian shield, and dusty miller) to the garden party.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2026
Anchor the design with a fresh floral arrangement featuring dusty miller, seasonal berries, white ranunculus, and cut olive branches.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Nov. 2025
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Heather Bien, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 2026
Don’t forget to invite options with striking leaves (such as yellow creeping Jenny, Persian shield, and dusty miller) to the garden party.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2026
Anchor the design with a fresh floral arrangement featuring dusty miller, seasonal berries, white ranunculus, and cut olive branches.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Nov. 2025
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