Overview

Tetraneuris scaposa is a tufted herbaceous perennial in the genus Tetraneuris, part of the Asteraceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Tetraneuris scaposa grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, patio and container plants and prairie planting.

About

Tetraneuris scaposa is a North American species of flowering plant in the sunflower family. It is native to the southwestern and south-central United States and northern Mexico.

About the genus

Tetraneuris, commonly known as four-nerve daisy or bitterweed, is a genus of North American plants in the sneezeweed tribe within the daisy family.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Tetraneuris

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing, West-facing, East-facing

Exposure

Exposed, Sheltered

UK hardiness

H6

Plant details

Tetraneuris scaposa size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Herbaceous Perennial

Habit

Tufted

Foliage

Semi evergreen

Suggested uses

City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Prairie planting

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Tetraneuris scaposa

Propagation

Seed

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions