Euryops pectinatus (Golden Shrub Daisy)
Golden Euryops, Golden Shrub Daisy, Grey-Leaved Euryops, Euryops hybridus
Blooming over a long season, Euryops pectinatus (Golden Shrub Daisy) is an evergreen, upright shrub with finely divided gray-green leaves. Blooming almost year-round in mild winter climates, long-stalked bright yellow daisies, 2 in. across (5 cm), stand out against the feathery foliage. Golden Shrub Daisy attracts many visitors, including bees and butterflies. Native to South Africa, Golden Shrub Daisy is fast-growing, easy to care for, pest and disease-free, and seaside tolerant. It is an excellent garden subject and it makes a good filler, background plant, or low screen.
- Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
- Grows up to 3-6 ft. tall and wide (90-180 cm).
- Performs best in full sun in moderately fertile, well-drained soils. Tolerates some shade but the best flower production occurs in full sun. Requires occasional to little summer water once established.
- No serious pest or disease issues.
- Cut off dead flowerheads after flowering and prune the bush back lightly.
- Great for beds and borders, cottage gardens, coastal gardens, Mediterranean gardens, and containers.
- Propagate by seed at 50-55°F (10-13°C) in spring or root softwood cuttings in late spring, semi-hardwood cuttings in summer.
- Native to South Africa.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 9
– 11 |
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Heat Zones | 11 |
Climate Zones | 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 3' – 6' (90cm – 180cm) |
Spread | 3' – 6' (90cm – 180cm) |
Spacing | 36" – 72" (90cm – 180cm) |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 9
– 11 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 11 |
Climate Zones | 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 3' – 6' (90cm – 180cm) |
Spread | 3' – 6' (90cm – 180cm) |
Spacing | 36" – 72" (90cm – 180cm) |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |