About
A tough perennial with light green, narrow leaves and 6cm in width pinkish-purple flowerheads with yellow centres.
About the genus
Dimorhotheca can be annuals or woody-based, evergreen perennials with simple, alternate leaves and large daisy-like flower-heads in summer and autumn
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH3
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Gravel garden, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Mediterranean climate plants
ToxicityPets (rabbits, rodents): Harmful if eaten. For further information and contact numbers regarding pets, see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants
Care notes
CultivationGrow in light, moderately fertile, well-drained soil in a warm, sunny position. In frosty areas overwinter cuttings under glass
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by softwood cuttings in late spring or semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids may be a problem
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to downy mildews and Verticillium wilt