Description
Prairie Pussytoes (Antennaria neglecta) is a small prairie wildflower that forms low mats of soft, silvery foliage. The leaves stay close to the ground and create a durable groundcover that works well in sunny native plantings.
In spring, short stems rise above the foliage and produce clusters of fuzzy white flowers that resemble tiny cat paws. These blooms provide early pollen and nectar for small native bees.
Prairie Pussytoes grows best in full sun and prefers dry, well-drained soils. It spreads slowly by runners and can fill open spaces between other prairie plants over time. Because it stays low and tolerates drought well, it works nicely in prairie restorations, rock gardens, and dry native landscapes.
