About
Perezia carthamoides is a compact, perennial daisy from the high Andes producing toothed leaves and clusters of blue-violet, thistle-like flowerheads. A rewarding alpine plant for a sunny, very well-drained rock garden or alpine house.
About the genus
Perezia are compact perennials from the high Andes producing toothed or spiny-margined leaves and clusters of blue-violet, thistle-like flowerheads. Grown in sunny, very well-drained rock gardens and alpine houses.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.