Propagation
Surface sow fresh seed during spring in a well-drained media, and maintain a temperature of 16ş to 18ş C. (61ş to 64ş F). Prick out and pot up when they are large enough to handle. Do not over water as the germinating seeds are prone to fungal attack.

Take cuttings during late summer.


Botanic information
Leaf: The leathery leaves are oblong to obovate and the undersides are covered in a thick whitish-buffed tomentum that extends to the upper margin. It has a thick short petiole and the apex is obtuse.

Flower: The flowers consist of many white ray florets and yellow disc florets up to 60mm (2in) wide. They are arranged in an axillary or terminal cluster that appears during early summer. The flower buds are covered in white tomentum and are the identifying feature of the plant.

Fruit: The achene is bearded with short hairs and has a short viability period. The seeds are viable but the plant may be reproduced vegetatively.