Alpine Pincushion

Chaenactis douglasii var. douglasii

Alpine Pincushion (Chaenactis douglasii var. douglasii) is a beautiful flowering perennial native to the Western United States and Southwest Canada. These plants grow in meadows and dry rocky slopes, and typically bloom a white/pink daisy-like flowers in early summer. They are low-growing, forming a mound of grey/green textured foliage when not in bloom. The flowers are excellent for attracting pollinators like bees and some species of butterflies, making them great for the garden. They are hardy and generally require little maintenance, thriving in well-drained soil and plenty of sun.