Ceratoides lanata
Winterfat
Description
Extremely hardy deciduous shrub to 2-3' tall and wide. Flowers are inconspicuous, but white. Hairy fruits provide considerable winter interest. Wide distribution across N. America 2-8000' Not happy in low desert. Male and females are separate. Male and females are separate. Females form fluffy fruit. Needs cool nights to thrive. Very tolerant of alkaline soils. Attracts birds.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Blue Green, Grey Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
White
Fruit Season
Winter, Fall
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Silhouette
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Fall
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Foundation, Parking Strip, With Rocks
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Filler, Mass Planting, Naturalizing, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.