Euryops Pectinatus

Euryops Pectinatus Care

Euryops Pectinatus

What is the plant

Euryops pectinatus, the grey-leaved euryops, is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae, endemic to rocky, sandstone slopes in the Western Cape of South Africa (from Gifberg to the Cape Peninsula). It is a vigorous evergreen shrub growing to 1.5 m (4 ft 11 in) tall and wide, with silvery green, hairy leaves and yellow, daisy-like composite flowers 5 cm (2 in) in diameter.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

min 10°C

Hardiness zone

9 - 11

Difficulty

Easy

Hibernation

Cold Period

Toxicity

Poisonous

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Euryops pectinatus requires a moderate amount of water and must be watered during the winter monthsin summer rainfall regions.
Pruning
Cut off dead flowerheads after flowering and prune the bush back lightly. The bushes respond well to pruning and may be cut back hard every few years.
Fertilizer
Give plants an extra boost by adding a granulated starter fertilizer or a balanced all-purpose feed (for example fertilizers labeled 12-12-12).

Disease diagnosis

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Sunlight
Full sun
Soil
Grow Euryops pectinatus in a sheltered, sunny spot, in well-drained soil. Hardy down to -5°C, it may need winter protection.
Temperature
40° to 50°F (4° to 10°C)

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Container
he Euryops bush daisy makes a great border, container or even rock garden display.
Additional
Euryops pectinatus has no toxic effects reported. Euryops pectinatus is a shrub up to 1.5 m in height and has distinctive soft, grey-green foliage. The leaves are 40-100mm long and are toothed in a fern-like manner. Bright yellow daisy flowers are borne nearly all year round with the main display in spring.
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