plantain leaf pussy toes, mouse ear Antennaria plantaginifolia Type:groundcover, native plants, perennials that last Notable Traits:attracts butterflies/pollinators, butterfly caterpillar food, heirloom garden plant, midwest native, resistant: deer, resistant: disease, resistant: rabbit, tolerates harsh roadside conditions Hardiness:Zone 3 – 8 Mature Height:8-12in Light:sun (8+ hrs) Water:drought tolerant, requires well-drained soil Bloom Color:white Bloom Time:spring Foliage:green Description Soft, gray foliage is arguably the best ornamental feature of this native perennial. Useful as a small area groundcover in rock gardens, rocky slopes, open woodland areas, prairie areas or other lean, rocky areas in the landscape. NATIVE TO THE EASTERN HALF OF THE U.S.