About
A tufted, herbaceous perennial from tropical Africa and Asia with narrow, linear, basal leaves and erect, leafless scapes bearing spikes of small, bright yellow, star-like flowers in summer. An unusual and ornamental monocot for a warm, sunny, well-drained position in a sheltered garden or glasshouse.
About the genus
Townsendia are dwarf perennial plants with tufts of very narrow linear leaves, and comparatively large daisy-like flowers with many rays, white, rose-purple or violet
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.