A gardeners’ favourite, loved for its large tactile downy leaves, Senecio candidans ‘Angel Wings’ looks beautiful and feels like velvet. With large soft leaves, this plant is perfect for sensory spaces or areas you want to add a luxurious feel.
In addition to the fabulous evergreen foliage, in summer delightful clusters of small yellow flowers add subtle pops of colour to admire, giving you another excuse to enjoy this plant up close.
Low maintenance and easy to grow, it requires little care once it is established. It is drought tolerant, so makes the perfect addition to gravel areas and rock gardens. It will also happily thrive in pots and containers, flower beds and borders. It looks wonderful planted alongside a range of plants, including elegant Salvias, the beautiful simplicity of Yarrow or the floral spikes of Nepeta.
Plant details
- Flower Colour: Yellow
- Foliage Colour: Grey green
- Ultimate height and spread: 50cm x 50cm
- Pot size: 3-litre pot
- Flowering period: Summer
All measurements are approximate.
Growing conditions
- Soil moisture: Well drained
- Soil pH: Alkaline, Neutral
- Hardiness: Hardy but may need some protection in winter
Best location
- Aspect: South or west facing
- Sunlight: Full sun
How to care for your plant
To get the best from your Senecio candidans ‘Angel Wings’, plant it in a sunny spot in any free draining soil. Ensure it isn’t over watered and simply remove old foliage throughout the year to keep it looking at its best.
