About

Pertya sinensis is a shrub or subshrub from China producing the characteristic foliage and small, daisy-like flowerheads of the genus. A rewarding ornamental plant for a sheltered, sunny garden.

About the genus

Pertya are deciduous shrubs and subshrubs from East Asia with alternate leaves and small, daisy-like flowerheads in summer. Grown in sunny, sheltered garden positions.

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.