About
Euryops chrysanthemoides is an evergreen sub-shrub producing bright-yellow, daisy-like flowerheads over a long season. An ornamental and free-flowering plant for a sunny, well-drained border or container.
About the genus
Euryops are evergreen sub-shrubs and shrubs from Africa, mainly South Africa, with simple or divided leaves and long-stalked, bright-yellow, daisy-like flowerheads. Popular ornamental plants for sunny, well-drained borders and rock gardens.
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeAlpine Rockery, Shrubs
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesGravel garden, Rock garden, Mediterranean climate plants
Native toS Africa, Lesotho
Care notes
CultivationGrow in sheltered shrub border, rock garden or raised bed in a well-drained soil full sun. Trim lightly after flowering to restrict growth
PruningTrim lightly after flowering to restrict growth
PropagationPropagate by seed, softwood or semi-hardwood cuttings
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free