Anaphalis margaritacea (Pearly Everlasting)

“Pearly everlasting has a poetic common name that refers to its use in dried floral arrangements. Once a popular selection in early American cottage gardens, it has since become rather obscure – which is a shame as it is a host plant for two “ladies”. Caterpillars of American lady (Vanessa virginiensis) and painted lady (Vanessa cardui) butterflies use the plant as a food source in early spring. In a habit that is unusual for butterflies, the caterpillars create a silken web around the plant to feed.” — Xerces

Got some from HPEC spring 2023.

HPEC:

Description

Height x Width: 2' x 1' Water Requirements: medium dry - xeric Light Exposure: full Bloom Color: white Bloom Time: July - September Ecological Value: host to the caterpillars of the American painted lady butterfly (Vanessa virginiensis) and the painted lady butterfly (Vanessa cardui) Elevation Range: 7,800 - 11,500 ft Native Range: Native to North America and Asia Habitat: mountain meadows and forest openings, montane to subalpine Natural Growth Cycle: perennial Conservation Status: G5 (Globally Secure)

More info:

https://xerces.org/blog/plants-for-pollinators-pearly-everlasting