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Dryas octopetala

• Up-facing, pure white flowers on short stems in late spring to early summer, followed by fluffy seedheads.
• Forms a mat of woody stems with grey-green, evergreen foliage with orange/red fall colour.
• Choice alpine & rock garden plant.
• Attracts pollinators.
• Alberta native species.

Gritty, sharply drained soil; drought tolerant once established. Sun.

Ht. 10cm (4 in.) Sp. 30-60cm (12-24 in.)

Zone 2