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Senecio 'Angel Wings'

Senecio candicans 'Angel Wings'

Confirmed supplied format: 3L pot

Plant Highlights: Large velvety silver-white evergreen leaves • Compact architectural habit • Excellent for sunny borders and containers • Drought tolerant once established • Well suited to coastal gardens

Overview

Senecio candicans 'Angel Wings' is an eye-catching evergreen perennial grown for its exceptionally large, silky-soft silver-white foliage. The broad, velvety leaves create a striking architectural effect, reflecting light beautifully and providing year-round colour and texture. Its neat, rounded habit makes it a standout feature whether planted on its own or combined with darker-leaved or flowering companions.

Growing to around 40 cm in both height and spread, it is particularly effective in contemporary planting schemes, gravel gardens and patio containers. Its bright foliage contrasts beautifully with Mediterranean-style planting and thrives in warm, sunny positions where excellent drainage is available.

Why We Love It

• Remarkably soft, oversized silver foliage creates instant architectural interest.

• Evergreen leaves provide structure and colour throughout the year.

• Compact growth makes it ideal for containers as well as garden borders.

• Once established, it copes well with dry conditions and coastal exposure.

• Pairs beautifully with lavender, grasses and other sun-loving perennials.

Plant Details

Growing Guide

Position

Plant in a sunny, sheltered position where it receives plenty of direct light. It is particularly well suited to warm walls, gravel gardens and exposed coastal sites with good drainage.

Watering

Water regularly during establishment to encourage a strong root system. Once established, allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings and water only during prolonged dry periods. Container-grown plants will need more frequent attention in warm weather.

Soil

Grow in sharply free-draining soil or use a gritty, free-draining compost in containers. Avoid heavy or poorly drained ground, especially during winter.

Hardiness and Winter Care

Although tolerant of dry conditions, 'Angel Wings' is less tolerant of prolonged frost and cold winter wet. In Ireland, container-grown plants are best moved to a sheltered, frost-free location during severe cold spells. Garden plants benefit from excellent drainage and a protected position.

Routine Care

Remove damaged or ageing leaves to keep the plant looking fresh. Little pruning is required, and feeding lightly in spring will encourage healthy new growth without reducing the compact habit.

Perfect For

• Contemporary and Mediterranean-style planting schemes.

• Patio pots and statement containers.

• Gravel and drought-tolerant gardens.

• Coastal gardens where salt-laden winds are common.

• Brightening borders with contrasting silver foliage.

Good to Know

The spectacular foliage is the main attraction of 'Angel Wings'. In Irish gardens, winter survival depends largely on good drainage and shelter from prolonged frost rather than low temperatures alone.

Product Information

• Botanical Name: Senecio candicans 'Angel Wings'

• Cultivar: 'Angel Wings'

• Supplied Format: 3L pot