Desert Winterfat

Krascheninnikovia Lanata

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Overview

Desert Winterfat, scientifically known as Krascheninnikovia lanata, is a hardy perennial shrub reaching 2-4 feet in height with a similar spread. It's prized for its silvery foliage and ability to thrive in arid conditions (USDA zones 4-9). Winterfat's fluffy white seed heads add a delicate texture to drought-tolerant landscapes. Requires full sun with minimal water once established, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping and wildlife habitats.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 9–10

Desert Winterfat (Krascheninnikovia Lanata) — scientifically known as Krascheninnikovia lanata

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Very Low
USDA zones: 9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Chenopodiaceae

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Desert Winterfat (Krascheninnikovia Lanata) — making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping and wildlife habitats; scientifically known as Krascheninnikovia

Desert Winterfat (Krascheninnikovia Lanata) — is a perennial shrub that brings both visual interest and hardiness to any arid landscape design; this

Desert Winterfat (Krascheninnikovia Lanata) — This drought-tolerant species typically reaches 1.5 to 3 feet in height and spreads out 2 to 4 feet; it is an

Desert Winterfat (Krascheninnikovia Lanata) — providing a substantial ground cover; it's prized for its silvery foliage and ability to thrive in arid

Desert Winterfat (Krascheninnikovia Lanata) — producing inconspicuous flowers that give way to silken plumes, image 29

Desert Winterfat (Krascheninnikovia Lanata) — adding a delicate texture to the autumn and winter garden scene; white flowers in the garden

Desert Winterfat (Krascheninnikovia Lanata) — These seed heads are particularly attractive when backlit by the low winter sun; requires full sun with minimal

Desert Winterfat (Krascheninnikovia Lanata) — creating an ethereal effect.<br><br>Well-adapted to USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to 9; these seed heads are

Desert Winterfat (Krascheninnikovia Lanata) — Krascheninnikovia lanata thrives in full sun exposure and prefers well-drained soils; grass for full

Desert Winterfat (Krascheninnikovia Lanata) — It is an excellent choice for xeriscaping as it requires minimal supplemental watering once established; is a

Desert Winterfat (Krascheninnikovia Lanata) — providing food and shelter; krascheninnikovia lanata thrives in full sun exposure and prefers well-drained soils

Desert Winterfat (Krascheninnikovia Lanata) — white flowers in the garden; is a hardy perennial shrub reaching 2-4 feet in height with a similar spread

Desert Winterfat (Krascheninnikovia Lanata) — grass with white blooms; providing a substantial ground cover

Desert Winterfat (Krascheninnikovia Lanata) — grass for full; providing food and shelter

Desert Winterfat (Krascheninnikovia Lanata) — scientifically known as Krascheninnikovia lanata; winterfat's fluffy white seed heads add a delicate, image 39

Desert Winterfat (Krascheninnikovia Lanata) — is a hardy perennial shrub reaching 2-4 feet in height with a similar spread; adding a delicate, image 40

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